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The BBQ Tips Podcast delivering competition barbecue insights, judge perspectives, and real-world lessons from the pit.

Christie just got back from judging the 2024 Jack Daniel’s World Championships. Find out what she thought about the entries she judged.

Last week, Christie teased that she might get risky by changing BBQ for turn ins. She did just that! Find out how the judges reacted.

Christie Vanover published a new book to help competition cooks improve their results. Plus, updates from the KCBS Board of Directors.

Christie has two BBQ competitions coming up, so this week she’s sharing how she preps before a competition.

The SCA Steak Cookoff Association is a sanctioned competition BBQ organization. Learn how the contests work, from steak selection to judging.

Pitmaster Christie Vanover attended a BBQ competition, not to cook, but to judge. Find out what she learned and what changes she may now make.