The Duce Raymond Podcast
Welcome to "The Duce Raymond Podcast"!
Join Duce Raymond, Managing Partner and Director of Culinary for SBR Events Group, as he brings his passion for barbecue and hospitality to the airwaves. Duce, son of Chef Larry Raymond and nephew of Dave Raymond—the creators of Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce—was destined to become a leader in the culinary world. With a rich family heritage and an impressive career, Duce has perfected his craft and earned over 95 local, regional, and national awards for barbecue and catering.
In "The Duce Raymond Podcast," Duce dives deep into the art of barbecue, sharing his expert tips and techniques, but the conversation doesn't stop there. Each episode features insightful discussions on a variety of topics including marketing, social media, lifestyle, fitness, mindset, and business. Whether you're a food enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration, this podcast is for you.
Duce's engaging and charismatic style, combined with his extensive knowledge and experience, makes for a podcast that is both educational and entertaining. With guests ranging from culinary experts to social media gurus and business leaders, "The Duce Raymond Podcast" provides valuable insights and practical advice for listeners from all walks of life.
Tune in to hear Duce and his guests share their stories, experiences, and tips for success. Whether online or in-person, Duce loves sharing his passion and helping others in the industry. He hopes to bring value to anyone seeking new ideas or insights and looks forward to sharing what he learns as he continues his journey in barbecue and hospitality.
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The Duce Raymond Podcast
How @SouthernPrideBBQ Turned Smokers Into a BBQ Legacy with Jared Robertson
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In this episode of The Duce Raymond Podcast, Duce sits down with Jared Robertson, President of Southern Pride, the legendary family-owned company that revolutionized the barbecue industry with its fully automatic, wood-burning, gas-fired, and electric smokers. From the brand’s origins in the 1970s to today’s state-of-the-art designs, Jared shares how Southern Pride continues to lead the way in precision engineering, consistency, and durability for pitmasters and restaurant owners worldwide. Duce and Jared dive deep into the evolution of barbecue technology, the launch of new models like the SRG 400 and SRG 800, the comeback of the SC 100, and the development of the massive SPK 1400 and 2000-pound smokers used by top operations around the country. They also talk craftsmanship, innovation, and the future of commercial barbecue equipment — all while highlighting what makes Southern Pride a trusted name in professional BBQ. Whether you’re a pitmaster, restaurant owner, or true barbecue enthusiast, this episode gives an inside look at the machines, minds, and passion behind some of the best barbecue in the world.
00:00 – The Southern Pride Story Begins
3:30 – The Robertson Legacy
10:27 – Building the Cadillac of Smokers
19:03 – Why Southern Pride Smokers Last
23:35 – The Smoker That Gave Pitmasters Their Life Back
31:09 – Why The MLR-150 Turned Heads On The BBQ Circuit
33:16 – Why Old-School BBQ Doesn’t Work Today
37:26 – How Caterers Can Boost Profits
43:43 – The Hard Lessons Of Leading A Family-Run Company
56:39 – The Wild Journey Of Southern Pride’s Move
1:00:16 – How Ole Hickory Took Inspiration From Southern Pride
1:05:23 – How Southern Pride Uses Million-Dollar Amada Lasers
1:10:10 – What Smoker You Should Buy
1:13:22 – What’s New at Southern Pride
1:23:43 – Wrapping It Up
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