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Fired up with Jake and John takes you into the kitchens of some of the Washington DC area’s most exciting BBQ masters. From the best recipes, to the best brisket, to the best smoker, Fired Up is an appreciation of all things BBQ in the DMV. John Domen and Mike “Jake” Jakaitis have been cooking it up for years and with Fired Up they take you behind the taste, behind the sauce, behind the fun! Get your spices ready, get your knives sharpened, get your smoker primed, and get Fired Up!

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Check latest episodes from Fired Up with Jake and John podcast

Succulent stories, and more, as Season One wraps up!

2021/09/17

We are done with our cook- at least until the next time! For now, We re-cap our summer season of "Fired Up with Jake and John" with the pittmasters we spoke with over the summer who share some of their funniest barbecue stories with us once again.

Tailgating foods

2021/09/10

Labor Day has come and gone which means the unofficial end of summer but it doesn't mean it's time to put away your grill or smoker. It's football season so it's still prime time barbecue season. There's nothing wrong with your basic hamburger or hot dog, but if you want to enhance the gameday food experience Jake and John have some ideas that will impress your friends or family!

Chicken

2021/09/03

We like it moist and juicy, but sometimes it can be dry. In this episode Jake and John get tips on how to make the most succulent chicken or turkey.

Grilling and smoking seafood like a boss

2021/08/27

Afraid of grilling or smoking seafood? It's easier than you think. jake and John talk with grilling guru Steven Raichlen and other pitmasters who share their tips on fish, shrimp, and oysters.

Eating BBQ may be good for your waistline!

2021/08/20

The Fired Up guys get into the Keto Diet and how to make it work for the BBQ lovers among us. Cutting down on sugars and carbs is not always easy with BBQ, but with the help of a famous pitmaster, Jake and John have the answers on losing weight while eating delicious smoked meats.

Veggies Veggies Veggies!

2021/08/13

We have been told at a young age to eat our veggies. In this week's episode Jake and John talk about grilling vegetables. The guys talk to Grilling Guru Steven Raichlen. He's out with a new book on grilling vegetables.

Brisket 101

2021/08/06

It's considered the holy grail of barbecue: Brisket. Jake and John ask the experts how to make the perfect brisket, and really dig deep about all things beef.

What pitmasters prepare at home

2021/07/30

They spend hours smoking a variety of meats at their restaurants but what do they like to cook at home? Find out what some pitmasters prepare in their backyards.

"The Stall"

2021/07/23

Learn all you need to know about the stall!

EPISODE 7: The Stall

2021/07/23

It has freaked out many backyard cooks. What is it and how to beat it. We'll get tips from well known pittmasters on how to deal with this part of the bbq process.

Flavors

2021/07/16

Do you need good wood or a good rub? In this episode we go over rubs, and smoke flavors so you can achieve that perfect cook in your backyard. We asked some pitmasters to share their secrets.