From Military to Mastering Barbecue; Big Black BBQ

In this episode, Heath Riles BBQ is joined by James Sanders, known as Big Black BBQ. They discuss James's journey into the world of barbecue, starting from his military background to his passion for cooking and sharing his experiences on social media. The conversation also touches on the connection between archery and barbecue, as well as James's favorite wild game to cook 0:00 - Introduction to Big Black Barbecue 1:07 - James's Journey into Barbecue 6:15 - Transitioning to Social Media and Sharing Barbecue 9:38 - The Connection Through Archery and Barbecue 11:06 - Favorite Wild Game to Cook 12:33 Exploring Game Meat: Elk and Antelope 16:40 The Art of Barbecue: Favorite Proteins and Techniques 23:10 Travel Tales: Oktoberfest and Culinary Adventures in Europe 31:00 Bourbon Hunting: Discoveries and Daily Drinkers 37:00 Bourbon Hunting Adventures 42:33 Exploring Unique Bourbons 48:30 Barbecue Techniques and Experiences 53:15 Upcoming Hunts and Bourbon Releases Join our online BBQ community "Shootin' the Que" on Facebook. Talking all things BBQ! https://www.facebook.com/groups/shootinthequeheathriles/ Follow Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles BBQ Products: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/all Merch: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/merchandise More Heath Riles BBQ Recipe Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@HeathRilesBBQ/videos Printable recipes at 'Shootin' The Que' recipe blog: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/blogs/favorite-recipes Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links where we may earn a small commission if you use them. This is no additional cost to you Heath Riles, pitmaster • 81x BBQ Grand Champion, • 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections #podcast #barbecue #cooking #wildgame #socialmedia #archery #BigBlackBBQ #HeathRiles #grilling #recipes #ShootinTheQue