🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥🎬 A Cinematic BBQ Documentary Series by The Black Smoke Barbecue PodcastEpisode 5 of our Open Fire MeatUp series shifts the focus from the flames to the people building the movement behind them.From grill manufacturers and pork producers to YouTubers, restaurant owners, and live-fire storytellers — this episode highlights the creators and craftsmen shaping modern barbecue culture.Brandon (@bkccooks) and Alton (@thedawgfathasbbq) sit down with the innovators, vendors, and voices who helped make Open Fire MeatUp 2025 in Hondo, Texas, more than just an event — but a gathering of industry leaders and passionate creators.🔥 In this episode, we feature:Jeffrey De Ponte — Exhibit SupplyThe team behind the mobile podcast studio that powered our on-site interviews. Exhibit Supply also supported Open Fire MeatUp with vendor canopies and event signage across the grounds — helping create the infrastructure that brought everything together.Jed Strange — Gather GrillsA deep dive into the philosophy and craftsmanship behind Gather Grills — heavy-duty live-fire equipment designed to bring people together around the flame. We talk build quality, design, and why gathering is just as important as grilling.Butter Knife ShawtyPitmaster, restaurateur, and artist. We talk about his new restaurant, what his team was cooking in Hondo, and new music on the way — blending barbecue, business, and creative expression.Al Lunacy — Al Lunacy Q’ingA conversation on food content creation, and the differences between YouTube and Instagram in today’s barbecue media landscape.Nissa & Abigail Beeler — Beeler’s Pure PorkTwo sisters representing generations of family pork farming. We discuss heritage pork, responsible farming practices, and the hogs they provided for Open Fire MeatUp 2025.Marcus Hunnicutt — Hunnicutt’s BBQContent creator and brand collaborator stepping further into live-fire cooking and expanding his reach in the barbecue space.Oli_Be_EatinRestaurant owner and food reviewer sharing insight into barbecue culture, restaurant life, and creating content that connects with real audiences.This episode captures something bigger than cooking.It’s about:🔥 Craft🔥 Infrastructure🔥 Media🔥 Agriculture🔥 CommunityOpen Fire MeatUp isn’t just fueled by charcoal — it’s built by people.📅 This is Episode 5 of our multi-part documentary series filmed on the ground in Hondo, Texas.More episodes are still to come.👇 Join the conversation:• Who do you want to see more of in the live-fire space?• Are you a builder, a creator, or both?• What role do vendors and makers play in growing barbecue culture?More fire. More stories. More smoke.🔥 The Open Fire story continues.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.comExhibit 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 UsInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/blacksmokebarbecue/TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@blacksmokebarbecueFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacksmokebarbecue
