BONUS PODCAST : Why Your Pit Barrel Meat Falls – And How to Stop It

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We share a studio update and a wild save: a pork shoulder slipped off the hook into the coals, and we walk through the steps that turned a near-disaster into a great meal. We also break down how to prevent barrel drop-offs with double hooks, better wrap timing, and smart fire control. • new studio setup for deeper BBQ talk • episodes now on YouTube and major podcast platforms • schedule returns to Mondays • pork shoulder fell into the pit barrel story • managing flare-ups by choking oxygen and targeted cooling • rescue steps: retrieve, wrap, finish steady • prevention: double hooking, hammocking, or moving to the grate • wrap timing around 145–155 to avoid falls • rib hanging tips: hook two or three bones down • using wireless probes as guides, not autopilot Don't forget to follow this podcast, or you might miss out on some delicious creations

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