A podcast about BBQ, Business, and More with BBQ Hall of Famer, Darren Warth and The Reverend, Randy Twyford!
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In this week's episode we do a little catching up! We talk about Randy's time at the Windy City Smokeout, Darren's recent BBQ contest in Wisconsin, what's coming up with Darren's breakfast restaurant, and more!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we take a little trip down memory lane! Darren and Randy share some of their competition BBQ stories from over the years!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we get in to the process of starting a business when you're building in a small town or the city! Things you have to pay attention to, people you have to work with, etc.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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Darren Did Another One Can Challenge
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In this week's episode we recap Darren's last BBQ competition out in Idaho. He gives us a little insight on the adversity he faced to get the win! We also talk about new equipment for Randy's food truck along with some great BBQ ideas for the 4th of July!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode Darren gives some great tips on grilling this summer, Randy talks about the heat effecting business, and PLOT TWIST the guys tell Emma about a viral TikTok going around right now.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode Darren is back! We talk about his trip, Randy's FFA Convention, and things going on at all of Darren's restaurants.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode there is no Darren so Emma and Randy dive into all things Food Truck! From things Randy wants to work on, to the future, to the ambience.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we have some special guests! Randy's employees join us for a little bit of the episode to give their point of view of the the business. We also get into some of the dos and don'ts of cooking, cooling, and retherming your meat.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we answer some of your questions on maximizing profitability on menus, how to utilize products, and more!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we have another catch all. We get into Food Truck moves for Randy and Darren, recent BBQ Competitions, and everything else going on for the guys!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we just decided to do a little catching up. We talked about TikTok trends, the new breakfast restaurant, Randy's food truck moving, and more!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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The fun continues with PART TWO of our 1 Year Anniversary episode with more guests and more into what we think the future of this podcast holds for us!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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This week's episode is very special because WE MADE IT 1 WHOLE YEAR OF RECORDING! Emma took the lead this week and actually had a couple of surprises for the guys while we also recapped the last year of podcasting. Note: This episode will be two parter so make sure you tune in to episode 55 next week too!…
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In this week's episode we find out what's going on with Randy's food truck, the new name of Darren's breakfast restaurant, and then we get into some tips and things to make on a flat top grill for those getting into them this summer!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we talk about Darren's next business venture, BREAKFAST! From naming the restaurant, to menu, to business aesthetic, we talk about it all.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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The Restaurant Dilemma: Balancing Food Costs, Inflation, and Fair Wages
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In this week's episode we talk about some of the bigger restaurant dilemmas that people are facing nowadays. Between the costs in products going up to raising wages, how do you make a profit?By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we talk about Randy's upcoming TV appearance, Darren's food truck testing and Emma's new approach on cooking and more!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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The Evolution of Work: Navigating Attitude, Business, and Labor
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In this week's episode we do a little catching up! Randy is thinking about starting a Food Truck class and getting people to work, Darren discusses things from new concepts in the area to what is going on in the beef world to working on attitude, and Emma is just along for the ride!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we really talked about new menu items, adding to the business and St. Patrick's Day weekend! It was a little bit of everything and more.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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Tips & Tricks for First Time BBQ Competitions
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In this week's episode we discuss some of Darren's tips and tricks for those going to their first BBQ Competition. From things he would do, to things he would recommend, and more!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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Brisket, Bell Peppers, and Big Scores
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In this week's episode we recap Randy's time at the Beef Expo and all the fun things at Darren's last BBQ Competition! It is an episode filled with interesting facts, wild comments, and more.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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How Will Business Change With Time?
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In this week's episode we talk about ways that the businesses can change over time. What's the next move? Is it drive-thrus, carry-out, a different style of restaurant? What does customer convenience look like in the future? We talk about a little bit of it all.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode Darren gives us a recap on his One Can Challenge BBQ Competition. What it was like to cook on one gateway drum, all the things he learned, and what he wants to try next!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we talk about facing adversity. From solving problems at the restaurant, fixing equipment, or even moving into a new house. There's always a challenge for you to overcome somewhere.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we a get a glimpse of what an average day looks like Darren! From when he wakes up to when he goes to all the chaos in between.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode Randy gives us a recap on his BBQ Pop-Up! We talked about how it went, things he learned, and tips on what he thinks people should do if it's something they want to try!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, we just catch up and talk a little bit about everything! From food truck bookings to AI to graduation catering menus to much more.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, Emma and Randy dive in to The History of Twyford BBQ. How he started, what he used, and what his next plans are. It's all about Randy. If you want to go to Randy's pop-up, you can order tickets at this link: https://twyfordbbqusa.square.site/#items.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, we touch base on Randy's Pop-Up Restaurant, should you do mukbangs on social media, and is creating merchandise worth it.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, EMMA IS BACK for a little holiday special. We talk about the gifts and great food we got for Christmas and get into a little bit of business talk!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, we break down Randy's day by day and the things he goes through running a food truck and catering business.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, we discuss the holidays coming up, what's going on in the BBQ world, and if a BBQ Pop-Up Night is a good idea. Randy is thinking about doing one, and would love to hear your feedback! Find us on social media @QueTheMicPod to send us your thoughts!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, Darren and Randy dive into the importance of marketing and the things they've learned as it continues to become a key role in growing your business.By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we dive into the benefits of AI and The Value Proposition for your business and how they can help you improve the system!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, Darren and Randy talk about the aftermath of Thanksgiving orders. From the number of orders to how can they improve the system, they get into it all!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode we officially welcome Randy Twyford on as the new co-host! We take the opportunity to catch up while talking about fun recipes, upcoming holiday plans, and more!By Darren Warth and Randy Twyford
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In this week's episode, we answer some questions from our listeners! Whatever questions were on their mind, we answered. Emma also dropped some big news, you won't want to miss it!By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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Balancing BBQ Competitions and Business
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In this week's episode, Darren talks about balancing his BBQ Competitions and the Business back in the early days of Smokey D's BBQ along with the importance of growing the business.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, Emma gives a recap on her trip to Italy! From the food to the culture to her travels home, she gives us the details. We also get into the end of Food Truck season and what to expect with Randy Twyford!By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, Darren talks us through how he does Holiday Meat Orders between how to price, how much meat to make, how to store it, and more.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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This week's episode was something special! With Darren in Lynchburg, Tennessee for The Jack Daniels World BBQ Competition we talked about his upcoming plans, the Jack environment, and the fun of it all with special guests, Johnny Trigg and Blane Hunt!By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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This week Darren gives us a recap on the 2023 American Royal, from the Tenderloin Fry to his BBQ Hall of Fame Induction to the memories made with friends. He gives us a little look into all the fun!By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, Darren gets into details about all the things he did to prepare for the American Royal and his emotions going into it. We also discussed his time with buddies at the Praise The Lard competition in Murphysboro, IL.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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GUESS WHO'S BACK!? This week we brought Randy Twyford of Twyford BBQ back to talk about Backyard BBQing with us! Darren and Randy dive into things beginners should know when getting into BBQing on their own.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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This week Darren gets into improving the system. From trying to find efficient new ordering systems, to finding ways to make new menu items work, to the structure of our catering. There's something for everyone!By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, we get into thinking like the customer to improve your business. It's all about value proposition! Get into some things that Darren looks at to make business better.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, we discuss the differences between our generations. Between our versions of the "American Dream" to employing the younger generation and more!By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, Darren gives us a look into his recent travels between Illinois and Wisconsin. From different foods, he tried to places he visited! Along with some behind-the-scenes of his recent competitions.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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In this week's episode, we talked about how you determine food cost and markup vs what the market is. Higher prices with scarcity or lower prices with volume.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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Darren and Emma talk about the process behind the Jack Daniel’s World Championship and what it means to get the draw.By Darren Warth and Emma Durflinger
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