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April 22, 2025 34 mins

The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is almost here and CEO Mack Weaver is here to tell you all about the exciting new changes to the contest: from the success of the new trainee judging experience, to the brand new SCA and Junior's competitions, this year will be even bigger and better! Don't know a team? No problem! Hear about the special deal on tickets that will make sure you leave the contest with a belly full of delicious Memphis barbecue on today's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast.


0:00 - Start

0:30 - Getting Ready For MIM

1:15 - This Year's Honored Country - South Korea

2:40 - 2nd Year As CEO

5:15 - Positive Take-Aways From 2024

8:15 - The Judging Class Changed Everything

11:20 - Adding The Steak & Junior's Contests

16:40 - Barbecue Alley

18:15 - Growing SEA Side Of Competition

20:00 - Will There Be A Dessert Category?

25:10 - Importance Of Local Community To Contest

26:30 - Barbecue Hall Of Fame In Memphis?

30:50 - Memphis In May Marathon & Events


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• 75x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022 & 2024 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Sauces, Marinades, and Injections

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