The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast
The Side of BBQ That Most People Never See | Da Rib King at Country Style Cookoff 2026 #bbq
This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! STORIES FROM THE SMOKE | Chapter Four: When Barbecue Becomes A Mission At Country Style Cookoff, barbecue is about much more than trophies. It's about the people. In Chapter 4 of our Stories From The Smoke series, we sit down with Tyrone Manning, better known as Da Rib King. Tyrone's barbecue journey has taken him through years of competition, countless lessons, and plenty of losses along the way. But his biggest impact has never been measured by trophies. From fundraising for classmates battling cancer to creating opportunities through scholarships and community events, Tyrone has built a legacy around using barbecue as a way to bring people together. In this episode, we explore the story behind the crown, the passion behind the ribs, and why Country Style Cookoff represents something bigger than competition. Welcome to Stories From The Smoke. #bbq #barbecue #countrystylecookoff #pitmaster #datribking #bbqcommunity Subscribe for the next chapter of Stories From the Smoke as we continue exploring the people, traditions, and culture that make barbecue more than just food. Special Thanks: Aerial footage courtesy of Stanley Parker | True North Aerial Imaging for capturing stunning aerial perspectives of the 2026 Country Style Cook Off. Follow True North Aerial Imaging: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyTWwBglbPrc8my-oICiVTA Special Thanks Special thanks to @KuttDifferent for allowing us to use B-roll footage in this episode. Original Video: https://youtu.be/yc94NtcJJ94?si=g6wI2M3IF1pKHAjH Subscribe to Kutt Different: https://www.youtube.com/@KuttDifferent We appreciate your support and are grateful to be able to showcase your work. #CountryStyleCookoff #StoriesFromTheSmoke #BlackSmokeBBQ #PitmasterCheez #CJsBBQ #Barbecue #LiveFire #BBQCulture #SouthernBBQ Chapters 0:00 — Meet the Rib King 1:36 — Six years at the Country Style Cook-Off 2:08 — Competing, trash talk, and giving back 3:21 — Advice for first-time pitmasters 4:30 — The future of the event 5:34 — How the Rib King name began 7:08 — Fundraisers, giveaways, and a new scholarship 8:12 — What losing has taught him 9:49 — The community of pitmasters 10:19 — Why barbecue brings people together 11:21 — Promoting the barbecue community 12:22 — Closing thoughts and sign-off Harder Charcoal – The premium fuel for serious pitmasters. Whether you’re smoking low and slow or grilling hot and fast, Harder XL Briquets and Lump Charcoal deliver clean, consistent heat with that authentic wood-fired flavor. Use code BLACKSMOKE at checkout for a discount on your order! https://www.hardercharcoal.com Exhibit Supply – Trusted by food vendors, BBQ teams, and event pros nationwide. From heavy-duty canopies to custom food tents, Exhibit Supply keeps your setup looking sharp and built to last. https://www.exhibitsupply.com Before you do anything else — check out the site below!️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue Connect With Us Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/blacksmokebarbecue/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@blacksmokebarbecue Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacksmokebarbecue
