Episode 256 features former MLB player, Butch Huskey and Rib Cook Off Association originators, Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris.  Plus we pay tribute to the late Ed Kranepool and discuss Pig Island NYC 2024. 
Butch Huskey is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues primarily as an outfielder in 1993 and from 1995 to 2000.  Butch played for the New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox, Minnesota Twins, and the Colorado Rockies.  Butch was the last New York Met to wear #42 which was retired by all of Major League Baseball to honor Jackie Robinson on April 15, 1997.  The ceremony occurred that day at Shea Stadium in a game between the Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers.  Huskey is an avid fan of barbecue and we discuss his baseball career and his love of barbecue.       
  
Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris are the husband and wife team originators of the Rib Cook Off Association.  The creative duo have more than 10 years in competitive barbecue.  The Rib Cook Off Association; only one year in is already experiencing rapid growth with many competitions throughout the United States as well as expanding even further with the beginning of competitions in Europe.  Per the association's website, "At the Rib Cook Off Association, our mission is to work hand in hand with promoters to organize events that not only elevate the sport of BBQ ribs but also create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for the communities hosting these exciting gatherings. We believe in the power of bringing people together through the shared love of good food and friendly competition."  Go to  https://www.ribcookoffassociation.com/ for more information.
We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky.
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Episode 256 features former MLB player, Butch Huskey and Rib Cook Off Association originators, Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris.  Plus we pay tribute to the late Ed Kranepool and discuss Pig Island NYC 2024.

Former MLB Player, Butch Huskey and Rib Cook Off Association Originators, Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris