Tales From The Tailgate Season Finale wraps three LSU home games featuring Texas A&M, Arkansas, and Western Kentucky. Fans traveled from Scotland, Australia, Denmark, London, Montana, and beyond to experience LSU tailgating, Tiger Stadium, food, culture, and tradition.
No agenda, no structure, just a conversation. Tiggy and The Handler talk football, food, music, and real life updates and see where it goes. This one is all about the vibe.
This week we figure out what the best dude time really is. Bonfire tailgate BBQ all of it. Plus some Hank Jr talk a little tour life and the usual random randomness.
McKenzie Claire Knapps is one of Louisiana’s most exciting new artists. A powerhouse voice, songwriter, and storyteller who’s carving her own path after years in Nashville.
In this episode, McKenzie joins Tigs Bits to talk about growing up in Louisiana, performing on VH1’s I Know My Kid’s a Star, chasing dreams in Nashville, and returning home to create her debut album on her own terms.
She also performs part of her brand-new song “Devil’s Den,” live during the show. This one’s all heart, hustle, and pure talent.
Get ready for the 45th annual Sabine Free State Festival in Florien, Louisiana. A weekend packed with food, family, and fun! Rae Addison joins me to talk BBQ cook-offs, live music, treasure hunts, and the world-famous minnow races.
LSU tailgate interviews with British and Irish fans, Tiger Stadium atmosphere, Louisiana food debate, and the debut of the Wheel of Flavor segment. Southern culture, college football, and more.
JR is joined by his long time tourmate and production manager extraordinaire Jeff Oliver. They discussed Jeff’s unique route into the Nashville music scene and his years on the road, turning knobs as lead sound engineer for Justin Moore. Ever wondered how a kid from Ohio that grew up working in theatre ends up putting in almost 2 decades as a premier soundman in the world of country music? Find out here.
Rusty Noel has lived a life built on grit, hustle, and heart. From surviving a rough childhood to winning 27 national football championships, coaching kids into the NFL, and dominating food competitions across the country—Rusty’s journey is inspiring. In this episode, we dive into his story, his seasoning and sauce business, his servant leadership, and why he believes life is always bigger than football.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!FOR ALL OF THE LATESThttps://www.tigsbits.com/
Tiggy and JR break down the documentary and what it means for Bubba. We revisit our Marty Smith interview that predicted today’s NIL chaos, and talk about how college sports has shifted into a “mini NFL.” Plus, JR talks Justin Moore tour life, music, and random randomness!
They came from Buffalo, California, Canada, and beyond—just to experience LSU tailgating. We had Divas, DJs, gator grills, and a couple getting married next week. This one had it all.
I judged every dish at the Pit vs Pot cook-off in South Louisiana—from curry chicken and stuffed pork chops to ribs, jambalaya, and the winning pineapple cherry dump cake. Only one dish scored a perfect 10!
Brandon Osburn, creator of The Average Dad Cooking Channel, shares how he’s building a lifestyle brand through cooking, family, and passion. From Minnesota grills to 50 foods from 50 states – he’s doing it all! Whether you’re here for inspiration, recipes, or just a good story, this conversation delivers.FOR ALL OF THE LATESThttps://www.tigsbits.com/
They dipped out of Memphis and dove straight into bayou life. Amanda and Nathan from Travel Da Boot joined me to talk about their journey, local fests, and the grind behind growing a brand. Louisiana living at its finest, with a few spicy takes along the way!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!FOR ALL OF THE LATESThttps://www.tigsbits.com/
We take an inside look at the story behind SEC Unfiltered and its founder, Chris Phillips. We’ll talk about his journey, the grind of building a sports brand, and his unfiltered take on the SEC season ahead.
Southern cooking, viral recipes, and creator life — Rachel Felder shares how she went from home cook to online sensation. We talk trolls, burnout, family, and why she refuses to quit.
Blasi returns to break down the Brooke Hogan bombshell that vindicated Bubba the Love Sponge. We dive into the stolen tape saga, Hogan’s silence, and why this moment changes everything for the Bubba Army.
Hulk Hogan, Ozzy Osbourne, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Chuck Mangione — we lost them all in one brutal stretch. We react to these 80s and 90s icons, plus Operation Pigmentation drama and a wild fan story. In this episode, we look back on the legends who shaped our childhoods and ask: what’s happening to the icons we grew up with?
The Stirrin’ The Pot Podcast crew joins Tigs to break down the wild world of food competitions—from judging disasters to gumbo disrespect. They share stories from Houston to Louisiana, including how a world champion gumbo got a “1” for texture. We dive into heat vs. spice, palate bias, and what makes judging fair. If you’ve ever entered a cookoff or love Southern food debates, this is the one to watch. Let’s stir the pot.
Tiggy & The Handler reunite with a loaded episode: Bubba the Love Sponge shares a surprising update on Hulk Hogan’s condition, sparking questions about what’s really going on behind the scenes. Blasi resurfaces in the chat—and might be ready for a comeback apperance soon! JR reflects on life on the road, fake Alfredo, and why some Southern foods just ain’t it. Plus: celebrity culture overload, Joe Exotic’s wild accusations, and a fiery round of Tigs Blitz.
He doesn't dance in the streets—but he films the people who do. In this episode, I sit down with the man behind some of Louisiana's most viral videos: Mr. John Weatherall. We talk about the unexpected rise of his internet fame, the King Cake Festival, working behind the camera at Mardi Gras parades, and the viral dance and song that bear his name. From quiet creator to cultural icon, this is the story of a man who captured the soul of the South—without saying a word.
Plus: camera talk, creative advice, and stories from behind the lens.