Wise Guys Barbecue Podcast

From Hall of Fame to World Cup Chase | Bill Gillespie Talks Competition BBQ

April 10, 2026·27 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Competition barbeque season is here, and on this episode of Wise Guys BBQ, we sit down with Bill from Smoking Hoggz and Bob Baumann of Big Bobby’s Q to talk all things competition BBQ. From early contests in Lakeland, Florida and Urbana, to chasing World Barbecue Cup qualifiers, Bill breaks down what it takes to plan a full season on the road. We also get into Bill’s KCBS Barbecue Hall of Fame honor, what his competition BBQ classes are really like, how he handles problems during a cook, and the story behind his BBQ books. On top of that, Bill shares what’s going on with his BBQ business, including his award-winning rub and what it means to win Best Rub on the Planet through the American Royal. If you love competition barbeque, BBQ contests, KCBS, BBQ teams, rubs, sauces, and behind-the-scenes barbecue strategy, this episode is packed with insight. #BBQ #Barbeque #CompetitionBBQ #KCBS #SmokinHoggz #bbqpodcast #pitmaster

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