Hosted by John and Mike · EN · 100 episodes
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Fat Guys with Smokers is a podcast hosted by John and Mike, two friends with a shared love for barbecue and everything associated with it. As self-proclaimed barbecue enthusiasts, they enjoy nothing more than gathering with friends and family to cook and eat delicious, smoky meats.In each episode of the show, John and Mike share their experiences and insights on all things barbecue, from the best techniques for smoking different types of meat to the latest trends in the barbecue world. They also invite guest experts to join them and share their own knowledge and experiences.But Fat Guys with Smokers isn’t just about the food - it’s also about the friendships and connections that are formed around the barbecue pit. John and Mike love nothing more than bringing people together over a plate of barbecue and a cold drink, and their podcast is a celebration of that communal spirit.Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or just starting out on your barbecue journey, Fat Guys with Smokers is t
John and Mike hosts Fat Guys with Smokers, a leisure show with 100 episodes published.
The weather’s finally turning, which means it’s time to knock the dust off the rigs and get those grates ready for some serious smoke. In this episode, John and Mike dive into the dirty work of BBQ spring cleaning and pu
John and Mike are officially 3 for 3 on cooking videos and this time they’re bringing the heat with Sonora Dogs. If you’ve never had one, a Sonora Dog is a bacon-wrapped hot dog grilled to perfection, tucked into a soft
John and Mike are back at it with more incredible meat from B&G Premium Meats, and this time they’re throwing down some American Wagyu T-bones—and they are unreal. The flavor, the marbling, the crust… it all delivers. Th
John and Mike kick off this episode from a brand-new location that’s going to make for some truly epic videos moving forward. With fresh surroundings and big energy, the guys fire up the pit to cook Chicago-style brats a
John and Mike sit down to talk about goals, plans, and what they’re hoping to build in 2026. From personal growth to the future of Fat Guys with Smokers, the guys share what they’re excited about and where they want to t
This week on Fat Guys with Smokers, Mike and John tackle the ultimate holiday feast: Prime Rib! They break down everything from choosing the best cut (bone-in vs. boneless) to Mike's famous herb and garlic paste. Learn J
This week on Fat Guys with Smokers, Mike and John roll out their annual Holiday Gift Guide, sharing foolproof ideas for the hard-to-buy man in your life—from must-have BBQ gadgets to cozy winter essentials and a few wild
In this week’s episode of Fat Guys with Smokers, Mike and John awkwardly navigate a Zoom recording as they recap their Thanksgiving cooks, break down their front-page feature in the Herald Journal, and catch up on John’s
John and Mike take on Thanksgiving in true Fat Guys with Smokers fashion—and nothing goes according to plan. They kick things off by making whole cranberries in about 10 minutes, which actually works… shockingly well. Bu
Season 3 is here! Mike and John kick things off by talking about their boys’ football seasons, some recent cooks they’ve been proud of, and—most importantly—the main event: chili. The guys dive into their takes on over-t
John and Mike hit the road for another drive-time episode, this time talking all about Mike’s draft party menu. At the center of it all? Party Ribs. The guys break down what makes ribs the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game
John and Mike are back in the pit, and this time it’s all about beef! John just picked up a ¼ beef, and the guys dive deep into what that means, from the different cuts you get to how they plan to cook them. From brisket
John and Mike are back at it, and this time John shares all the details from his recent trip to Yellowstone. From breathtaking views to campsite cooking, John talks about putting his brand-new camping Blackstone to the t
After a bit of a summer break, John and Mike are finally back where they belong—at the pit! In this episode, the guys fire things up, catch up on what they've been up to, and dive right back into all things BBQ. There’s
On this episode of Fat Guys with Smokers, John and Mike dive into the gritty details of building an ugly drum smoker (UDS) on a budget. They break down the essential materials you’ll need, from food-safe barrels to fire
Mike and John are back from spring break and ready to fire up the nonsense. In this episode, the Fat Guys catch up on what they’ve been grilling (and accidentally burning), then dive into a flurry of blind rankings—from
This week, Mike and John dive into John’s latest grill cleaning video — because a clean grill is a happy grill — and then relive the epic disaster that was our attempt at making elk snack sticks. Let’s just say, things d
In this episode of Fat Guys with Smokers, Mike shares the chaos and joy of filming his tri-tip cook while all four of his kids insisted on helping—because nothing says family bonding like seasoning wars and grill-side ne
This week on Fat Guys with Smokers, Make and John break down last week’s picanha cook, discussing what worked, what they’d tweak, and how they put the leftovers to good use. They also cover essential spring grill mainten
In this episode of Fat Guys with Smokers, John and Mike break down their latest cook video featuring delicious jalapeño poppers—perfectly smoked, stuffed, and wrapped in bacon. They share tips on getting the right balanc
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