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The Up North QueCast

The Up North QueCast

Written by: Matt V
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BBQ talk and things BBQ related including sanctioned events, competition teams, products and more. Let's put Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa on the map, growing the sport of BBQ through discussions and interviews.Copyright 2026 Art Cooking Food & Wine
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  • E38 Smokestack BBQ Supply Alexandria trip, Wrecking Crew BBQ, Smokin' Brews and 'Ques, podcast update!!
    Dec 16 2022

    Smokestack BBQ Supply Alexandria trip, Wrecking Crew BBQ, Smokin' Brews and 'Ques, podcast update!!

    Matt V braved the elements to spend a day at the Smokestack BBQ Supply store in Alexandria, MN and chatted with Alan Larrimore or Wrecking Crew BBQ, Alan was at the store to cook up delicious samples for customers and as a brand ambassador was able to help customers in their product choices that day. Alan is a great friend of the show and we hear about his wonderful year in the KCBS and the MBS. Jason Schmidt of Smokin' Brews and 'Ques food trailer stopped in with some libations and we chatted about his catering business as well. In closing, Matt talks about going solo with the podcast, being the official podcast of the Minnesota BBQ Society, and Meat Sports Radio MN! A fun and informative episode! Listen wherever you consume your podcast content or at:

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  • E37 UNQC- Smokin' Brews and 'Ques Food Trailer in #Alexandria Echo Press Winner 2022 "Best of the Lakes Area" Reader's Choice Best Food Truck!!
    Dec 2 2022

    UNQC- Smokin' Brews and 'Ques Food Trailer in Alexandria

    Alexandria Echo Press Winner 2022 "Best of the Lakes Area" Reader's Choice!!

    Jason Schmidt, Owner/Operator tells us what it is like running a food trailer in the beautiful Alexandria of Minnesota and some differences in the Twin Cities versus up north when running a BBQ business. Jason also tells us::

    BBQ was a hobby of mine for many years.

    I am married with 2 grown children, a recently added son in law and soon-to-be grandpa.

    I am also a retired volunteer firefighter who has a passion for serving our community.

    The hobby quickly grew into a part time gig and 2 years ago I took the leap to making it a full time business.

    Catering and pop ups are the ways I can stay connected to our community.

    I have a passion for creating delicious BBQ that brings people together.

    Matt and Torrey has so much fun talking to Jason! Listen for yourself at UpNorthQueCast.com, or now at MNBBQSociety,com! A huge announcement about the podcast coming toon!

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  • E36 UNQC- Machete Boys BBQ end of year wrap-up!
    Nov 18 2022

    UNQC 36- Machete Boys BBQ end of year wrap-up! Listen to a great interview with this very successful KCBS and MBS Master Series team - Machete Boys BBQ Team!

    Matt and Torrey make it over to the home of David Ellis, pit-boss from Master Series Competition Team Machete Boys BBQ. We go all the way back to their goal of that elusive GC and hear about the team's new goals for next year. David is an incredible teacher of all things BBQ, and we find out about his classes as well. We talk about 2022, and what is in store for 2023. David tells us his take on where the state of BBQ is right now in MN. We are very lucky to have met David and the team, we enjoyed samples at Minnesota in May and now today some fabulous jerk turkey! Always fun to talk with David and Kristen, sit back for some great information and tips!

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