BBQ With Franklin - In Conversation With

Earlier this year, Aaron had a chance to sit down with Jeremy Yoder, you may know him as "The Mad Scientist" we talked bbq, bbq and more bbq -- hope you enjoy
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[@Edward135i]

I like that Arron is the kind of guy to do almost nothing with his You Tube channel for 7 years then drop a gem of a interview like this.

[@TBHinPhilly]

You mean and advertisement for his new smoker?

[@Tacocorp18]

The misspelling of his name removes all validation of your post.. better then spelling it “Erin” though😊

[@rickkopfler8447]

@@Tacocorp18 I bet Mr. Garvey could spell it correctly.

[@robfreeman5783]

One of those never-un-sub channels, def want the notify bell hit

[@JuanVanDusen]

⁠@@Tacocorp18better than*

[@GrillSergeant]

What I love most about BBQ KZbin is how it bring about collabs like this that would have never have happened if it weren’t for KZbin. Great conversation.

[@DubThaDetailer]

This needs to be a weekly series. 2 of the guys that have inspired me the most. This was a great interview.

[@PerthLuxury]

Absolutely, I'd love to see Jeremy or Aaron or both of them speak with Johnny Trigg. The man's ribs are so good, that even Tuffy Stone bows down to Johnny in comps.

[@MarkB3h]

Same here... 95% of my educational source material smoking brisket was from these two guys. Thank you.

[@davo912]

great interview? nothing was talked about except his smoker lol fan boys here what they want to hear

[@5gill]

@@davo912lol and what kind of loser watches a interview of dudes he doesn’t like then makes clown comments? Sounds like someone’s upset they can’t evern cook a hotdog on a Webber after watching all these videos

[@granitegreg7883]

@@davo912so are you going to spam the same comment every time someone says “great interview “? You have an opinion and opinions are like aholes, everyone has one. Every hear the saying if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all?

[@tonysluss7008]

Franklin greatly inspired me to start building my own pits. Also to want to cook great bbq. I remember in one episode him saying, you have to cook a lot of bad bbq before you can cook great bbq. That gave me inspiration to not give up. Thank you Aron Franklin and also Jeremy Yoder. I have learned a ton from you both, and still trying to reach that level of great bbq.

[@MikeBrownBBQ]

Franklin inspired me back in the his early PBS days to start making the best BBQ!!

[@joncurtis19]

I paid for a VPN to watch this from the UK - the non youtube stuff

[@improveyourbbq]

It is a pleasure to see the two people I most admire in the BBQ world having a conversation like this and sharing it later. Thank you both for your generosity and your inspiration. Smoke on!

[@MarkB3h]

Thank you Aaron for your generosity sharing all your knowledge and experience over so many years.

[@rontina8686]

Hats off to Franklin for being the Godfather but Jeremy (and your friends) don't EVER sell yourselves short. You younger modern KZbin guys are who I have learned so much from. I have spent so many hours watching all of y'alls videos for years. Because of you and your boys I have a real offset smoker and love this new hobby.

[@terrymoore1660]

Say it louder for the folks in the back!!!!

[@freddyrosenthal56]

Agreed. I've watched the Franklin videos too, but Jeremy, I started with you. You're the reason I ordered an Old Country BBQ pit.

[@bridgesgijsbers6349]

He's literally the Daft Punk of bbq. He drops some info once every 5 years and all of us in the bbq community eat it up! And he just goes on with his life not knowing how much we all look up to him.

[@davelacombe9717]

Loved this! Two of my favorites in a casual conversation. Lots of great information.

[@karma201]

Great way to spend some time this afternoon. Love it when a couple guys I follow individually collaborate. Awesome!

[@codytutor567]

"Maybe you should run for office" was just perfect! 😂 The breakdown of why a deflector plate was used was fascinating. The passion involved in designing the Franklin pit was on full display there. Awesome video!

[@mansaaron1]

I started following Aaron around 2016 and made my own smoker following his design in 2018. 5 years later I still love using that smoker. I could listen to Aaron all day. Excellent idea for a video, Thank you!

[@shawnkilgore2302]

I would like to request two things. One is a Full 12 hours of Aaron cooking a brisket kind of like a Yule Log video for Christmas but him just cooking and talking the whole time by the smoker. The second is more video content. Anything at all. Him shopping or maybe him going on a walk. We all need more Aaron in our lives.

[@robertbreivogel1868]

I could listen to fire management stuff like this for hours...please do more.

[@STillett81]

These two are great! BBQ nerds without ego!

[@233DDR]

I met Aaron a couple months back. Drinking beer in a parking lot having a conversation just like this. He’s such an authentic and engaging person.

[@jimchapman1689]

so true! I've met Aaron many times and he can't keep up an "Act" of being a great human 100% of the time...he just like that!

[@Jarodgrubbs]

I feel like Franklin is the Oppenheimer of BBQ. Dude is just operating on another level

[@leroytech99]

I see that you have watched the movie. It's interesting that you mentioned Oppenheimer, even though he was responsible for a lot of deaths. Perhaps BBQ has a similar background.

[@majorbuzz8033]

Franklin is the GOAT in many ways but his series 10 years ago on PBS was what really did it for me. I was decent with BBQ figuring it out my own way but then he just gave us something to watch and from an actual legit pro it was a game changer for me! Water pans, Butcher paper, fire management and wood selections was amazing back then! Thanks Franklin you are the SHIZ! Great interview!

[@nhhbbyloggr5022]

What a treat watching two of the greatest from the smoker's world of BBQ. I've watched and learned so much from you guys. I've built two smokers from the ground up using your principles and they work great. But now ! I have to replace the " pitched down" baffle to a flat style to see how that works. Fortunately I made the baffle a bolt on affair so it will be easy to replace. Thanks guys !

[@jamesr9919]

I mirror a lot with Jeremy Yoder in that I was in Southern California and discovered central Texas bbq on a trip to Austin and fell in love. I then tried to smoke stuff by myself, with ZERO knowledge. Then BBQ with Franklin came out and those episodes really REALLY helped me get started on a "real" smoking. Been smoking meat ever since then and really appreciated the BBQ with Franklin series for getting me started on how to smoke things properly.

[@scottyrossswingler]

Jeremy has been my best resource as I've gotten started in BBQ. Great conversation between two legends!

[@bradpaulp]

I can only think of one instance where there is a long discussion about heat deflector plates - and that instance is a conversation with Jeremy and Aaron 😂😂😂. Well done 🤟🤟

[@1DrBar]

A man with blackbelt level barbecue chops. It's impressive to hear from this mad genius of detail. Thank you for the insights.

[@rjtheoret]

Those original BBQ with Franklin videos were also what got me started. They continue to be my bbq bible, even 10 years later.

[@osvaldosolis3068]

Franklin eres el mejor !!! Te mando un fuerte abrazo desde Naucalpan Estado de México

[@divineradiancewisdom]

I’m so happy he’s on your show! You seem like a really nice genuine person and I’m glad to see good things come to good people !!!

[@Joe_Everett]

As a classical musician, I really appreciate your usage of Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana. Bravo on your music selection and excellent BBQ. 👏👏👏

[@bradyvickers00]

This is great. I love it when Aaron goes deep. More of this kind of content please! 👏

[@mathieujazz89]

We all need more of that! Great time!

[@yeshuaiscomin]

Great video! Thanks for sitting down with the mad scientist. I love the barbecue collaborations.

[@paulli2390]

I visited Franklins for the first (and only) time in 2015. I bought my first smoker 2 weeks later. Both of you are an inspiration. ❤

[@TexasLegend]

This video needs to go to the hall of fame. It needs to be archived in some government bunker.

[@OltonHall]

I will happily say that the BBQ with Franklin and the PBS series, and MasterClass was my original teacher for doing BBQ. I've built on the original lessons with Jeremy Yoder at @madscietistbbq, Joe Yim @knoxavebbq especially his how to trim a brisket, and Steve Gow @smoketrailsBBQ with his many experiments. Aaron's video earlier this year on fire management and the right size pieces of wood solved all my temperature spike problems. The Texan that introduced me to central Texas BBQ commented that my brisket and ribs were dead on solid earlier this month. Much better than a previous comment "the best brisket I've had in New Jersey"

[@punisherpr]

Some moments here have the “Aaron playing 4D Chess while Jeremy believes it’s checkers” kinda vibe but its so good to see Bbq folks talk bbq

[@bacosta6322]

And that is why Aaron has a Masterclass. Jeremy will be watching this same interview taking notes on all the gems Aaron is giving. 😄

[@robfreeman5783]

Honestly the free PBS yt vids are about as good as the Masterclass.

[@beckypage6041]

PBS is how I found you. Miss you on there, but so grateful to have found you on the Tube! My smoking will carry on😊

[@EricsBBQAndMORE]

Great conversation! I loved the Franklin video series on how to build a smoker from propane tanks!

[@Jose-np5ek]

Franklin, you are a true genius. Thank you for all the wisdom you've passed down onto the next generations. You are THE bbq 🐐

[@Jose-np5ek]

I find the science and physics involved with pit building truly fascinating. Please do more sit downs

[@chubbyjohnson5480]

I'm a smoking newbie and lots of just regular folks on KZbin have helped me a bunch. Especially some really small channels. Great community on here.

[@kp0758]

2 of my absolute favorite guys in BBQ. Thanks for doing this!

[@JoeZasada]

Same, that PBS series was superb. I learned a ton and it helped steer me in the right direction

[@mikegrant8031]

Always good to hear from Franklin.

[@deetails8982]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing!! 🤗

[@josecaparroso577]

I live in Panama City, Panama.....and Jeremy is right...Mr. Franklin is the GOAT...i started bbq watching his old videos and trying to obtain the same or closest results...thanks for the knowledge shared.

[@maxnine57]

Franklin is passionate with his craft and explains what he has put into practice so all can make magic known as BBQ! Very cool

[@rolandoabella-t5h]

Love when they get down to the super technical talk about air flow. Would like to see more of that with other topics.

[@bullard73]

Aaron is the Godfather of Texas BBQ. He climbed a mountain in Texas and God handed him down a brisket from which to learn. I still use his channel for a reference. I have his books including the new one. I use his charcoal. He is my first stop for BBQ info. He and Chuds bbq are my favorite BBQ youtube channels.

[@tonkax360]

Chudds style has helped me a lot I enjoy his content

[@firghteningtruth7173]

I love Chuds. As for buying franklins charcoal....eh, it's really expensive. 😂 Just use charcoal and a little post oak. 😂

[@mattiba3422]

Had I not known who these guys were before watching the interview, I would have thought Aaron was the "Mad Scientist" with all of his knowledge of induction, convection, fire management, fire placement, wood selection, etc. This guy has forgotten more about BBQ than I could ever hope to attain! I'm a big fan of Jeremy Yoder and have watched and been inspired by many of his videos, but after watching this interview I now realize that Aaron Franklin is on a whole 'nother level. Super interesting interview! Would love to hear more!

[@jasonsloan3926]

Jeremy I think was in shock. Being very technical he was just taken to school by the master. It was almost as if Aaron purposely brought him on to humble him. 🙂. And I’m a fan of Jeremy.

[@bbqbill8201]

I agree that Franklin took Jeremy to "school" as the TRUE mad scientist in BBQ. Aaron has been my mentor since Oct 2016, and with God's help, I will get with him in person regarding what my BBQ assistant and I named, "Triple Wow In Beef Bark."

[@ericgordon4746]

It's good to see you doing a video again.

[@uriel-heavensguardian8949]

🎯💯🎯💯🎯💯🎯💯🎯 this was my road too!!!!!!! Love this!!!!!

[@nasonh4324]

I am always happy when this channel pops up a new video. Thanks

[@bqthird]

Something told me to stay subscribed to Aaron's channel all these years without him dropping any videos. Glad i did!

[@JPMCuisine]

Thank you - this was a wonderful video and it shows a lot of how you apply your other experiences to cooking! Really enjoyed it!

[@dilloncady35]

Glad to see my two favorite BBQ channels getting together!

[@uriel-heavensguardian8949]

We need more!!!!

[@jl_finesse]

2 of my favorites! Love this series

[@LukeTomaiuolo]

Price justified, this guy always does his homework.

[@SycoPhan7]

This was one of the most interesting things I've ever watched on KZbin. So much great information. Jeremy always had a scientific approach (obviously) yet Aaron's level of knowledge really seemed to change the way he views smoking and smokers.

[@GallaghersGrub]

Wow! That was super great. Love hearing about all the thinking that goes into making the best barbecue and cookers. Cheers!

[@briankowald6465]

I’m from south Texas. I watched the entire Franklin series (thanks!). I’ve watch o lot of Mad Scientist video’s lately. My New Braunfels brand offset smoker worked OK, but it rusted out after 15 years. Seems like beef tallow is the wrap is a recent thing.

[@EricShreve]

I had no idea who Franklin was when I first saw the “BBQ With Franklin” PBS videos on KZbin. I found it very inspiring and entertaining, which is magic. I’m not doing a lot of BBQ, but I’m better now because of those videos.

[@outlawjjsmith]

Loved this show, I only wish I could afford one, not even in my life time as a retired Veteran, the best I can do is a weber for hamburgers and Steaks

[@victorguzman6595]

Arron as a grown man I have to admit I have a man crush on you bro. Love how you share what you know with us. Thank you Sir

[@dtroutmann]

Man I hope you do more of these instructional videos this is amazing

[@Jonbob836]

I too have watched the BBQ with Franklin youtube videos about a thousand times! Aaron is able to articulate some very subtle details well

[@paulk782]

Very interesting, a lot of great information was thrown out there. Thank you.

[@NuarStanger]

Jeeez the entire time Jeremy didn't get to complete a single thought without being interrupted

[@sgt-maj_smoke]

What a great video from two of my favourite BBQ guys. Thank you so much for sharing and as per normsl its always informative.

[@ashleydavies4253]

3 minutes into this and from someone living in the UK, his were the first bbq videos I turned too aswell. Hero

[@davidly8209]

Great interview! I still watch the PBS how to videos for pulled pork, ribs, brisket and turkey!

[@watchful1168]

Dear Aaron...I love the Walt Disney music!!

[@mattderr1013]

Great video need more of them

[@tpharo34]

I enjoyed hearing about the fire management. I definitely agree that the cook has a lot to do with the air follow and fire position in the box. I ve played with this function and notice a difference in my bbq cooks and heat management.

[@Frizzum]

The part where Frankin explains the significance of where you place which chunk of wood was like God explaining the bible to the pope. Completely awesome!

[@DuckieDooh]

Such an awesome video, thank you both!!

[@pdh19802005]

This is the reason Mr Franklin is who he is. Gotta bow down to both of these pit masters(pause) but it’s clear who the master is.

[@nurep13]

Very interesting video. Thanks for posting

[@L.J.P]

A.F is just soooo chill. Ya'll both great. Keep it up

[@toms4020]

Great Video. Enjoyed watching

[@clawdawg7248]

Franklin showing who is the true mad scientist. 😊

[@chilecayenne]

Absolutely FASCINATING!! I'm hoping to score an offset in September...I would really like to see a part #2 and #3 maybe on just your thoughts fire building and management. All that insight on moving fire forwards and back...and ash, etc.... Anyway, great video content here....23min flew by...I could have easily sat and listened for a couple more hours. CC

[@z.v.k.a.5992]

Aaron, thank you 4 your video ! I think and thing u are the best BBQ in US, when i so u in Chef movie, u can made movie about your BBQ business ! I am very sad u are not in Europe....so, Thank you and God bless you and All the best, Enjoy...live, good, job and take care from Czech republic...if u go in Czech for tour i are billionare.....Zola

[@mrblonde71384]

I frequently see Aaron at El dorado cafe in Austin... very nice cool guy!

[@hawkeyeted]

This isn’t a BBQ conversation. It’s an engineering convention. 😂😂😂

[@Jolene64]

I've been following you since the PBS series; looking forward to tasting your BBQ soon😊

[@dtroutmann]

Fan works for output side but definitely not @bthe box side. That said that little shelf where you put the water works so awesome in my opinion because it also helps pull the moisture through the entire box which helps create a more even temperature across the entire smoker it's freaking brilliant. It creates a convection oven without actually needing a fan Aaron you are a genius and you have definitely worked extremely hard to perfect everything we all really appreciate it it gives a consistency with an Offset Smoker that hasn't existed before and it makes it so the general guy can use an offset smoker and have a consistency like he would with the pellet grill again freaking brilliant

[@mqcamo]

Man it’s good to see you back on the tube. Love it

[@Crankinstien]

Great video

[@gerryclark2063]

This is great. Thanks for the content.

[@BarbecueSocial]

I love that Jeremy has on a JNL BBQ hoodie. JNL BBQ is a top 5 bbq spot in Austin.

[@Bafa]

Years ago I saw a Chef Steps video where they used liquid smoke to make BBQ.... I was not into smoking meat - I had never done it, but seeing that liquid smoke bothered me. So I looked for how to actually smoke meat and stumbled upon Franklin's videos. Then I was hooked. My first smoked brisket I was slicing it up to serve in the kitchen and started hearing very emphatic "Oh my God!" from the dining area. I asked what happened and heard two more of the same. Now I was worried someone was hurt, so I yelled "What's wrong?" No answer, I heard another Oh my God, so I popped into the dining area only to see everyone with their mouths stuffed with brisket, mumbling how good it was. It scared me, but was funny once I realized they were just blown away by the brisket.

[@HolisticPatriots]

Franklin Barbecue is the BEST BBQ in Texas! Regardless of what Texas Monthly says.

[@JL-77]

"Maybe you should run for office" 😂😂

[@psalm6272]

It would be great to have a follow up video and break down the science behind the discussion about air flow etc. Great interview

[@smokemeateveryday5321]

I love a good fireside chat.

[@meridacavediver]

You sir, are why I chase the perfect brisket 😄and I’m originally from Canada

[@chuckwood8638]

Awesome video! Great job guys!

[@arturolopez1550]

Franklin you’re the best ,I think that you were born next to a bag of charcoal and a big pile of firewood , and brisket and ribs and … thank you for sharing your knowledge, you explain it in a very simple way.