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About BBQ USA

BBQ USA is a reality TV series that premiered on Food Network on July 11, 2022. It has 2 seasons and 14 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 2 Episode 8 "Memphis Mayhem", aired on August 28, 2023.

It's the most competitive game in food -- BBQ! Chef and restaurateur Michael Symon heads to the biggest BBQ competitions across America to showcase the talented pitmasters, die-hard devotees and, of course, the most mouthwatering 'que around.

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Episodes

14 episodes · 2 seasons

Season 1

2022 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 4 years ago

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    6. Going Whole Hog

    Finale
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    5. Double Trouble

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    4. Who You Calling Chicken?

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    3. Risk It for the Brisket

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    2. Shake Your Money Muscle

    Michael Symon gets a taste of Kansas City-style 'que at the Qlathe BBQ Championship in Olathe, Kan. Rain or shine, 70 teams -- including big names and solo pitmasters -- are ready to battle the elements and tough competition for the $10,000 prize purse.

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    1. Stick to Your Ribs

    Michael gets a taste of Kansas City-style 'que in Olathe, KS.

Season 2

2023 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago

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    8. Memphis Mayhem

    Michael Symon assembles his dream team to take on over 150 teams from across the globe at the most prestigious barbecue cook off -- the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest! With more than $145,000 in prize money up for grabs, the stakes are high. Facing fierce competitors, Michael and his team focus on the whole hog category and dive into the hot wings, sauce and "Anything But Pork" categories. With a mix of top pitmasters and culinary experts, including Joe Pearce, Susie Bulloch, Luke Darnell and Esther Choi, Michael's team is ready to conquer it all.

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    7. A Salmon Showdown

    The Pacific Northwest heats up as Michael Symon arrives at Washington's Spring Fair BBQ Playoffs, where over 30 pitmaster teams compete for a share of the $25,000 prize. Teams will compete in traditional categories like ribs, chicken, brisket and pork, as well as a new category this year: Anything Salmon. Seasoned pitmasters young and old throw their hat in the ring to see who will walk away with bragging rights and cash!

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    6. Legends in Queens

    Michael Symon meets the who's who list of BBQ legends in the heart of Queens, New York, at the Pig Beach BBQ Benefit. Thirty renowned pitmasters gather to compete for the coveted title of Best BBQ Dish and the esteemed People's Choice Award. Michael gets all their inspiring stories, techniques and signature creations, from fiery wings to vegan delicacies. Beyond the sizzling competition, the pitmasters have come together as a tribute to the late co-owner of Pig Beach, Jeff Michner.

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    5. Battle on the Bayou

    Michael Symon heads to Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, for the exciting 3rd Annual Operation Smoke Sheaux, where over 60 teams compete for a share of the $10,000 total payout. It's an intense battle featuring chicken, spare ribs and brisket categories, along with a mouthwatering gumbo cook off. From the smoky flavors to the friendly rivalry, Operation Smoke Sheaux is the ultimate showdown for southern pitmasters.

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    4. Smokin' in the Sunshine State

    Michael Symon dives into the BBQ extravaganza at the 12th Annual Butts & Clucks Cook-Off on the Bay in Apalachicola, Florida. Nearly 50 teams from the Southeast vie for the ultimate BBQ glory in the chicken, ribs, pork butt and brisket categories, all competing for over $12,000 in prizes. The Mystery Box throws a tasty challenge at the pitmasters, who serve up mouthwatering

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    3. Smokin' at the Crossroads

    Hold onto your cowboy hats! Michael Symon heads to Uvalde, Texas, for the 15th Annual Briscoe Ranch BBQ Cook-off at the Crossroads, where top pitmasters from Texas and beyond vie for a tasty prize of $10,000.

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    2. A BBQ Slam Dunk

    It's a fiery clash of flavors as Michael Symon heads to Elkton, Florida, for the 7th Annual Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam. Over 60 top pitmasters battle it out in six categories, including chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, but this time there's a twist! They'll have to sizzle in a steak competition and go wild in the People's Choice category. The Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam is a festival of smokin'

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    1. The Royal Rumble of BBQ

    Michael Symon is back and heading to the largest barbecue competition on Earth -- the American Royal World Series of Barbecue; over 500 BBQ pitmaster teams battle it out in two days for glory, bragging rights and a share of $85,000 in prize money.

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When did the latest episode of BBQ USA come out?

The most recent episode of BBQ USA, Season 2 Episode 8 "Memphis Mayhem", aired on August 28, 2023.

How many seasons of BBQ USA are there?

BBQ USA has 2 seasons with 14 episodes in total.

When did BBQ USA first air?

BBQ USA first aired on Food Network on July 11, 2022.

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