About this season
In a journey across Texas, teens compete in regional BBQ competitions for a shot at the state championship and scholarships. They perfect dishes like dessert, beans, chicken, ribs and brisket while navigating senior year and pivotal life decisions.
Episodes (6)
1. The BBQ Season Begins
Aired 18 August 2024 • 42 min
After a disappointing result at State, Marc begins his BBQ season working on his ribs recipe; Zane, the ribs champion, starts his year off on the wrong foot, jeopardizing his chances of victory.
2. Turning Up the Heat
Aired 18 August 2024 • 42 min
Marc and Zane battle to win the top prize in ribs to qualify for the BBQ State Championship; small-town student Emery hustles at practice as her future hinges on perfecting her chicken skin to win scholarships.
3. David vs. Goliath
Aired 25 August 2024 • 42 min
After qualifying for State, Zane's team struggles to stay engaged at their next competition and his coaches find creative ways to teach them; meanwhile, an overly large chicken may cost Emery her future and a chance to go to her dream college.
4. Decisions, Decisions
Aired 1 September 2024 • 43 min
Marc takes steps towards his future while Zane stands at a crossroads; Team Seriously Smokin' hustles to pay for State and new student Cami tries to figure out how to perfect her dessert.
5. Journey to the State Championship
Aired 8 September 2024 • 43 min
Emery comes up with a new method to finally get her chicken skin crispy; Cami gets advice from a pastry chef and Marc works to perfect the spice on his ribs while Zane returns to the basics in the final weeks.
6. The Final Showdown
Aired 15 September 2024 • 42 min
Tempers and temperatures flare up as all the hard work over the past year culminates at the Texas High School BBQ State Championship; four seniors battle hundred schools for the ultimate bragging rights for best in the state and scholarships.