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Grill Hoppers

Grill Hoppers

By Shane Stephic, Jon Pfeil, Ty Burkholder

Jon, Shane, and Ty talk about BBQ, life, and pretty much anything! Our topics range from local cuisine to our favorite things to cook. We're three very good friends, enjoying each others company and conversation. With the occasional guest, this podcast is a growing and changing show. We really enjoy doing it, and our only hope is that you enjoy it too!
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EP 31 - Jon Can't Remember

Grill HoppersSep 21, 2022

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EP 31 - Jon Can't Remember

EP 31 - Jon Can't Remember

The guys are back!!! Sipping on some well aged girl whiskey, debating the goodness of fries and other savory treats. We were super excited to get a new episode in and we have more to come!!! Enjoy!!!

Sep 21, 202201:16:26
Episode 30 - Ty's Gotta Go!!!

Episode 30 - Ty's Gotta Go!!!

Listen....Ty is super busy, but he stopped by to hang out with his buddies while we plan on our trip to Key West. As always, he imparted some sandwiches of wisdom on us both, and we are eternally grateful. If you are still reading this, this episode will self destruct in 3....2.... just kidding... Enjoy folks!!!

Jan 11, 202250:48
Episode 29 - Happy Horse Day, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year!

Episode 29 - Happy Horse Day, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year!

This is the last episode (we think) for 2021 - we didn't cook very much, so we veered off to Christmas, and how much Ty loves it, and some other goodies. Enjoy folks! See you all next year!!!

Dec 14, 202158:01
EP 28 - Sweet Chili Dorito Wings, and why Jon should try them.

EP 28 - Sweet Chili Dorito Wings, and why Jon should try them.

Okay - so this episode isn't completely about that, but it's how it ends. On this episode we talk about some of our holiday cooking, plans, and some interesting upcoming food ideas! Enjoy!!!!

Dec 01, 202101:13:57
EP 27 - The BBQ Big 3

EP 27 - The BBQ Big 3

The guys are back and starting Season 2!!! On this episode we talk about the big 3 (in our head) in BBQ: Brisket, Ribs, and Pulled Pork.....and of course we got caught up on what we've been cooking and our grills, etc. We're glad to be back and we hope you enjoy this episode!!!

Nov 16, 202101:27:21
EP 26 - Not So Greatest Hits - Season 1 Wrap Up

EP 26 - Not So Greatest Hits - Season 1 Wrap Up

We have a very busy end of summer and early fall coming up for us SO - we're going to take a break. We used this episode to talk about some of this fledgling podcasts stats, some of our favorite moments, and more! We were also joined by our friend Jack Ransbottom to tie up the season! We'll miss it for a few weeks but we will be back for Season 2 early October. Make sure to follow our page on Facebook for more updates!

Jul 21, 202101:03:49
EP 25 - Chicken Tinder

EP 25 - Chicken Tinder

The Hoppers are back for another episode of What we ate, food judgy-ness, and all out assault on cooking choices. We have some pretty good business ideas too. Enjoy!!!

Jun 22, 202101:33:02
EP 24 - Cheese cheese, or CHEESE cheese?

EP 24 - Cheese cheese, or CHEESE cheese?

The guys are back at it! We discuss Ty's new Blackstone, some more Masterbuilt insight, Jon's amazing French Dip and more! OF course there's some of the normal random conversing as well. Enjoy!!!

Jun 08, 202101:14:49
EP 23 - But Wait! There's more!! wsg Super B!!

EP 23 - But Wait! There's more!! wsg Super B!!

Hi Everyone!!!  We were joined by our buddy Brandon, aka Super B! We had an awesome time catching up and sharing our food (and other) stories with him. We covered a couple serious topics (food and non-food related of course) and had some pretty funny stories towards the end. Enjoy!!!

May 25, 202101:54:34
EP 22 - Just Jackin' Around wsg Jack R

EP 22 - Just Jackin' Around wsg Jack R

Jon and Shane are joined by our good buddy Jack Ransbottom for this episode. Ty's out doing horsey stuff, so we invited our other buddy tp chat about his new grill, our wiener poll, and all of our usual shenanigans'. Enjoy!!!!

May 11, 202101:12:32
EP 21 - Bacon & Mimosas

EP 21 - Bacon & Mimosas

The guys had A LOT to talk about on this episode. Struggles with grills, ALL the food, and Jon's KC BBQ adventure. Enjoy!!!

Apr 27, 202102:08:28
EP 20 - Chicken Hole Saw

EP 20 - Chicken Hole Saw

The gang is back together for an all out assault on our own attentions - we bounced around about what we cooked, Shane's new Charcoal smoker - where the hell Ale Emporium is - and how badly Ty wants some of Shane's savory meat in his mouth. It's always fun to get together and we had fun with this one. Enjoy!!!

Apr 20, 202101:27:10
Bone-US Episode wsg/ Women In The Raw

Bone-US Episode wsg/ Women In The Raw

For this special "Bone-US" episode we are joined by the girls from the upcoming "Women In The Raw" Podcast. We had a lot of fun talking to some of our favorite people and even we're excited to give their podcast a listen. Of course Jon and Shane have to make all the bad jokes, because well....that's what we do. ENJOY!!!

Apr 19, 202101:22:56
EP 19 - Masterbasement Inspection

EP 19 - Masterbasement Inspection

Shane and Jon share a Tinder moment with some screwball, and some old time reminiscing. We took this opportunity to talk about Jon's business of home inspection, and of course, a little about what we cooked, and ate, and even a phone call with Ty! Enjoy!!

Apr 13, 202101:18:01
EP 18 - Ty's Special delivery from Above

EP 18 - Ty's Special delivery from Above

Ty and the boys are back! Raging grill infernos, bacon wrapped chickys, flat top grills and MORE!!! Oh and Ty is good - FOR PLANES TO POOP ON!!! Enjoy!!!

Mar 30, 202101:28:44
Ep 17 - How Do You Say Hello in Swedish?

Ep 17 - How Do You Say Hello in Swedish?

Hallå to our new fan in Sweden! We really hope you keep listening! But if not....we see you....and we learned something today!!! Jon and Shane are all alone and mainly, we just talked about what we ate....but we said Hallå to our new friend!!! ENJOY!!!

Mar 23, 202101:11:13
EP 16 - We Need A Pillow

EP 16 - We Need A Pillow

Shane, Jon, and Ty have realized that an episode after a St. Paddy's weekend, and a time change, may be ill advised - but still we always enjoy sitting down for a chat. Enjoy!!!

Mar 16, 202151:13
EP 15 - International Man of Mystery wsg Robert Hunter

EP 15 - International Man of Mystery wsg Robert Hunter

This week Shane and Jon were joined by local musician Robert Hunter for an interesting conversation about drumming, Elvis, Weber grills, and all kinds of fun stuff. We had a great time!!! ENJOY!!!!

Mar 09, 202101:37:34
EP 14 - Choose your Sausage

EP 14 - Choose your Sausage

This week we spend time talking about our favorites for breakfast, and also our take on the great Drummies vs. Flats debate!! As always, we had a fun conversation! Enjoy!!!

Mar 02, 202101:14:34
EP 13 - Not a Kitty Kat Flamethrower

EP 13 - Not a Kitty Kat Flamethrower

Jon, Shane, and Ty talk about what we did, and didn't cook - some deep steak discussions, and some rare historical events! We always have fun doing these! Enjoy!!!

Feb 23, 202101:08:17
EP 12 - Snowmobiling Without Shane (or Ty)

EP 12 - Snowmobiling Without Shane (or Ty)

Where oh where has Ty gone?? He's busy so Jon and Shane talked about what we didn't cook - a new restaurant - and snowmobiling!!! Well Jon did since he doesn't invite anyone but his closest friends!!! ENJOY!!!

Feb 16, 202101:06:24
(EP 11) Ty's Slathered in Ranch wsg Jack Ransbottom

(EP 11) Ty's Slathered in Ranch wsg Jack Ransbottom

Shane, Jon, & Ty talk about what we cooked, etc - as well as musical goodness with our very first special guest - Mr Jack Ransbottom - guitar guru extraordinaire. We had a lot of fun and an A-MAIZE-ING time!!!! Enjoy everyone!!!

Feb 09, 202101:25:45
Bikini Bacon Face Wash (Episode 10)

Bikini Bacon Face Wash (Episode 10)

In this episode we discuss some of our favorite ways to cook, ponder the wisdom of a new grill, and throw out some recycled BBQ Jokes that we probably shouldn't have. Enjoy folks!!!

Feb 02, 202101:04:44
Charcuterie the Unicorn (Episode 9)

Charcuterie the Unicorn (Episode 9)

We really need to stop taking a week off....because then we go off.....we did cover a little bit of good food....and also some super sweet BBQ Pick up lines. Enjoy!!!

Jan 26, 202101:12:17
Bunch of Screwball(s) (Episode 8)

Bunch of Screwball(s) (Episode 8)

We spend entirely too much time talking about KFC and Pope-Yes chicken!!! But as usual, we had a blast chatting it up!!!

Jan 12, 202101:09:55
Charcoal Chex Mix (Episode 7)

Charcoal Chex Mix (Episode 7)

We had a LOT to talk about this week for SURE! We had a good time, probably too much whiskey, but some fun conversation! We covered Charcoal vs Gas vs Pellets a little....but there will definitely be a part 2!!! Enjoy!!!

Jan 05, 202101:36:27
Parking Lot BBQ & Trampolines (Episode 6)

Parking Lot BBQ & Trampolines (Episode 6)

When us 3 don't talk for a couple weeks we get a little long winded. Pretty good info on Shane's first Ribs in this episode, along with some other grilling tips and some motivational speaking (lol) Enjoy everyone!!!

Dec 29, 202001:16:04
Spare Ribs and Pizza Slices (Episode 5)

Spare Ribs and Pizza Slices (Episode 5)

HO - LEE - CRAP!!! We sure must have missed each other because we had all the silly in this episode. Jon, Shane, and Ty talk about Ribs, Pizza, and all kinds of random stuff. We literally cried while making this episode. Enjoy....and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Dec 15, 202056:42
Scotcharoos from SPACE! (Episode 4)

Scotcharoos from SPACE! (Episode 4)

Jon, Shane, and Ty relive their Turkey day glory, give MAD LOVE to Tammy's Scotcharoos, and visit the ALIEN WORLDS....well not really....but we had fun discussing all the foods and some other stuff too!!! ENJOY!!!

Dec 01, 202050:25
Gobble Gobble Turkey Day Special (Episode 3)

Gobble Gobble Turkey Day Special (Episode 3)

In this episode Jon, Shane, & Ty talk about all the .........IT'S TURKEY DAY WEEK - We talked about THANKSGIVING and ALL the FOODS we're going to put in our mouths this week! Enjoy our first ever Thanksgiving special!!!!

Nov 24, 202049:43
Shells & Cheese are GROSS (Episode 2)

Shells & Cheese are GROSS (Episode 2)

Jon, Shane, and Ty talk about Hermanaki wings, the ALE, and new local restaurants. For SOME reason, Ty and Jon don't like Shells and Cheese. Personally, I think they may have burned their tastebuds off with Fireball or Red Bull or SOMETHING. Enjoy folks!!!!

Nov 19, 202044:46
Meet the Grill Hoppers (Episode 1)

Meet the Grill Hoppers (Episode 1)

Jon, Shane, and Ty talk about how we met, what we've cooked, and some of our favorite foods. We had a lot of fun recording our first episode! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc!!!

Nov 12, 202028:18