As we roll into 2026, all of us here at Grab’em in the Brisket want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who tuned in, shared an episode, showed up to a live event, or proudly represented Grab’em Nation throughout 2025. This past year was packed with: Incredible guests from all corners of the BBQ world Road trips, competitions, and live shows Passionate BBQ debates we still aren’t done arguing about And plenty of laughs, smoke, and brisket along the way None of this

Low-and-Slow Smoked, Finished with a Hard Sear If you want a prime rib that eats like a steakhouse centerpiece but still screams Texas barbecue, this is the method. Simple seasoning. Low, steady smoke. Long rest. Then a screaming-hot sear right before serving. No fancy rubs. No overthinking it. Just salt, pepper, garlic, and smoke. This technique delivers a rosy, edge-to-edge medium-rare with a bold crust and deep beef flavor — perfect for holidays, special occasions, or when

When you throw two briskets into the arena of public opinion, you never know what’s going to happen. This week we posted a simple question: “Which brisket looks better — #1 or #2?” What followed was pure barbecue chaos in the best way possible. Hundreds of comments poured in across Reddit and Instagram, and after removing duplicates, jokes, and “I’d eat both” comments (fair point)… we ended up with a clean vote tally. And yes — there was a winner. 🔥 FINAL RESULTS: ALL PLATFO

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We had a blast on the latest episode of Grab’em in the Brisket doing something a little different — a Summer BBQ Meal Draft. Each of us...

Y’all, we’ve put a lot of coolers to the test during long BBQ competitions, tailgates, and weekend cookouts, but this freaking Cubix 25qt...

One last pic with Brooke and Brad before we left. If there’s one thing we’ve learned in our BBQ adventures, it’s that The Shed BBQ &...

🔥 Hey BBQ Fam! 🔥 We’ve got some sizzling news that’s too hot to keep to ourselves. Your favorite BBQ podcast, Grab’em in the Brisket ,...

Dear BBQ Family, We are thrilled to have recently reached a big milestone for the Grab’em in the Brisket BBQ Podcast. On July 10, 2024,...

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Introduction Salsa verde is a vibrant and tangy green salsa that is a staple in Mexican cuisine. Perfect for topping tacos, dipping...

In a special episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Eudell Watts IV, the descendant of a remarkable culinary heritage...

This year, barbecue aficionados gathered in Humble, TX, for the highly anticipated 2024 Houston BBQ Festival, where 31 of the Lone Star...

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In our recent podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Michelle and Brandon O'guin, a power couple in the world of barbecue. Their...

We aren’t just BBQ cooks and podcasters, we’re barbecue enthusiasts!  A few short weeks ago my friends and I were beyond thrilled when we...

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Big shout out to Andy Pope, @smokin_popes_que on Instagram, for sharing his brine recipe with us. This recipe calls for about a 13 lb...

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones and indulging in a bountiful feast. While turkey has traditionally been the star of...