Shootin’ The Que Podcast with Heath Riles

Heath and Candace Riles are back on Shootin' The Que Podcast to recap Heath's trip to Roswell, Georgia, for the 2026 Royal Oak Invitational! Heath shares highlights from the weekend, including Royal Oak's new Mossy Oak collaboration, a special podcast appearance, and some incredible food from the People's Choice competition. They also talk about the KCBS competition, helping Bill Purvis of Chicken Fried BBQ during turn-ins, celebrating with fellow pitmasters, and what makes the Royal Oak Invitational such a special event for the BBQ community. Plus, Heath shares a few laughs from the weekend and gives a sneak peek at some upcoming holiday recipes!

This week on Shootin' the Que Podcast, Heath and Candace Riles sit down with Olive Branch, Mississippi Mayor Ken Adams to talk about his journey from FedEx security director and justice court judge to leading one of Mississippi's growing cities. Mayor Adams shares what it takes to run a city, attract new businesses, and plan for future growth, including exciting projects like the Lick Creek Conservatory and CareerTech East. They also dive into his love for grilling, favorite BBQ dishes, and the possibility of bringing a charity BBQ event to Olive Branch to support local first responders. It's a great conversation about community, leadership, growth, and of course, BBQ!

This week on Shootin' The Que Podcast, Heath and Candace Riles sit down with Mark Lambert of Sweet Swine O' Mine to talk about his 20+ years in competition BBQ, his five Memphis in May Shoulder Championships, and his recent induction into the 2026 Barbecue Hall of Fame. Mark shares stories from his BBQ journey, receiving the Pioneer of Barbecue Award at The Jack, his love for hunting and fishing, and his work with Faith & Fires Ministry and Operation BBQ Relief. Tune in for a great conversation about BBQ, friendships, and giving back!

Heath and Candace Riles are recapping the 2026 Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, Tennessee! From battling heavy rain to earning perfect 180 scores in Chicken and Dessert, they're sharing all the behind-the-scenes moments from The Jack. Plus, hear about B's Que taking Reserve Grand Champion, SmellaQue's historic win, and everything that made this year's competition one to remember. Tune in to Shootin' The Que for competition BBQ stories, laughs, and more!

Competition week is here, and we’re headed back to Lynchburg, Tennessee, for the Jack Daniel’s Invitational. In this episode, Heath previews one of the biggest weekends on the competition BBQ calendar, from the legendary Party on the Hill to the competition itself at Wiseman Park. We’ll talk about the cook, the teams, the pressure, and what goes into getting ready for a unique event like the Jack Daniel’s Invitational.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

In this episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, Heath and Candace recap the ACE Hardware Trade Show, talk food science and the science behind Heath’s world championship ribs, and share some of their favorite strange eats and bites. They also answer viewer questions covering BBQ, cooking, competition, and more.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

In this episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, Heath and Candace talk dove hunting traditions, favorite ways to cook dove, and the fall recipes and foods they look forward to every year. They also discuss football season, chili and soups, fall cooking traditions, and how cooler weather can affect your smoker and grill.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

On this episode, Heath and Candace discuss the Push Pull Rib Test and what it can tell you about rib tenderness, look ahead to the Ole Miss vs. LSU matchup, and talk about the newest seasonings from Heath Riles BBQ. They also catch up on upcoming BBQ travel, events, and everything happening on the road.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

On this episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, we sit down with Matt Kusek of Weber Grills to talk grilling, golf, bourbon, and the hobbies that have shaped his career. Matt shares his journey through working with major brands, the story behind The Swoosh Life Podcast, and some of the unique opportunities his interests have created.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

We’re back with another episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, and we're joined by our good buddy Bob Trudnak, winner of Season 7 of Food Network’s BBQ Brawl.Bob gives us the inside story on his BBQ Brawl experience, from competing on the show to getting behind the scenes look and everything that came with winning it all. We also talk competition BBQ, his journey through the BBQ world, and what it was like stepping into a completely different side of the industry.Plus, Bob shares what he’s been up to since BBQ Brawl and gives us a look at what’s next.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

This week on the Shootin' The Que Podcast, we're joined by Malcom and Rachelle Reed of How To BBQ Right to talk Malcom's BBQ Hall of Fame induction, the best and strangest bites they've had, hunting season, and much more.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

This week, Heath and Candace sit down with Olive Branch Police Department K-9 officers Michael Murphy and Bryce Wardlaw for a behind-the-scenes look at life in the K-9 Unit. As Heath's Old Dominick Single Barrel Bourbon release supports the unit, there's no better time to meet the officers, hear their stories, and learn about the incredible work they do to serve their community.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Learn the story behind Heath Riles' Old Dominick Single Barrel Bourbon as Heath and Candace sit down with Clark Shifani (VP of Sales) and David Valentine (Head Distiller) to discuss the barrel selection process, what makes this bourbon unique, and the history of one of Tennessee's most respected distilleries. They also dive into Old Dominick's remarkable revival, award-winning whiskey, and what guests can expect at the upcoming bottle release event in downtown Memphis.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

This week on the Shootin' The Que Podcast, we're congratulating our buddy Bob Trudnak on winning Season 7 of BBQ Brawl and talking about what makes him one of the best in the business. Plus, Heath answers a couple of the BBQ questions we get all the time, including whether you should spritz your ribs and if fat side up or fat side down really matters.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Heath and Candace discuss the return of Hot Grill Summer 2026, including this year's giveaway details, weekly recipe themes, and prize packages. They also dive into Ryan Eftink's unique Butcher Shop Burger recipe, Heath's upcoming trip to Argentina, and what's ahead for a busy summer of BBQ, travel, and cooking.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Join Heath and Candace as they talk all things 4th of July BBQ, including holiday cookout plans, family traditions, fireworks, and celebrating America's 250th birthday. They also break down Heath's recent Smokehouse Pulled Chicken Sandwich and Memphis Style Dry Wings recipes, sharing tips, techniques, and what makes each recipe a backyard BBQ favorite.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Summer grilling season is officially here! In this episode of Shootin' The Que, Heath and Candace talk about their favorite foods to cook this time of year, discuss the 2026 BBQ Hall of Fame inductees, and answer questions submitted by our viewers.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Ryan Eftink and Bob Gonzalez of Smokin' Brothers and Gateway Drums join the show to talk about the evolving BBQ and grill industry, growing the two respected brands, When Pigs Fly Indoor BBQ Bash, and their upcoming Smokin' on the Rails BBQ contest coming to Chaffee, Missouri.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Heath and Candace sit down with Jacey "BBQ Bugsy" Blurton and her dad, Jack Blurton, to discuss Jacey's incredible win in the Patio Porkers division at the 2026 Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.

At just 13 years old, Jacey is already competing against some of the best pitmasters in BBQ and proving she belongs among the sport's top talent. We discuss her recent success, how she got started in BBQ at such a young age, what she's learned along the way, and what's next for Bugsy Que as she continues to make a name for herself in competition BBQ.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

On this episode of Shootin’ The Que, Heath and Candace sit down with Jamie Campolongo and Tristan Hewatt of 3 Taxi Guys BBQ. The conversation covers their journey from the taxi business to competition BBQ, memorable stories from years on the road, how the team was formed, and their success on the competition circuit.

The episode also takes time to remember Rick Hewatt, a beloved member of 3 Taxi Guys BBQ, discussing the impact he had on the team, the BBQ community, and the lasting legacy he leaves behind.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

Follow Heath Riles BBQ:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/

X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections