Melissa Cookston Stops By; Daniel Vaughn Explains MSG to "People Like Me"

(March 18, 2025 - Hour Two) 10:14pm - Leading off the 2nd hour tonight is a legend in competition BBQ, a BBQ Hall of Fame'er, a TV star, an author of 2 books and an owner of a BBQ retail store...and that's just the tip of the iceberg. Fan favorite, Melissa Cookston , joins the show once again. Tonight we will talk about the upcoming Smoke Slam event in May, the World Junior BBQ League, a new cookbook, dealing with the aforementioned retail space and much more. Melissa is always a great guest and tonight promises to be no different! 10:35pm - Coming out of the bullpen tonight is the BBQ editor for Texas Monthly, Daniel Vaughn. DV makes his first of 4 appearances in 2025 and we will talk about all the hot news for Texas BBQ as well as other live-fire news that is worth talking about. The BBQ Central Show Sponsors Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use " bbqcentral " at checkout for a free spice pack. Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “ REMPE15 ” for 15% off your entire purchase! Fireboard Pit Barrel Cooker Micallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars