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July 7, 2025 54 mins

Ethan Suplee hosts Matt Groark on the American Glutton Podcast, diving into their shared passion for barbecue and meat. Matt, a high school culinary teacher and barbecue enthusiast, shares his journey from tailgating to authoring a cookbook, emphasizing the community and joy of grilling. He discusses teaching kids to cook, his vegetarian wife’s influence, and approachable barbecue techniques like reverse searing. From elk steaks to ribeye caps, their lively conversation explores unique meat cuts, the empowerment of cooking, and the emotional impact of food, making this episode a must-listen for food lovers.


SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction to Matt Groark

01:05 - Pizza vs. Barbecue Debate

02:19 - Elk Hunting and Cooking Stories

05:35 - Matt’s Culinary Journey Beginnings

07:05 - Tailgating and Community

08:43 - From Hobby to Obsession

12:17 - Grilling vs. Smoking Preferences

15:46 - Grilling Tips for Confidence

19:45 - Exploring Unique Meat Cuts

24:35 - Teaching Culinary Arts

29:50 - Importance of Home Ec

31:07 - Health and Cooking Connection

37:52 - Transition to Culinary Teaching

46:28 - Family Cookbook Project


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