"Bless My Bacon!" is the world's only podcast entirely devoted to bacon. Every episode revolves around bacon. No matter what happens on the show, it always comes back to bacon. Enjoy bacon adventures, trivia, interviews, recipes, and humor. If you love bacon, you'll love it here!
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If you lay in bed at night with a world of worry or concerns on your mind — if you're dreading the days or weeks to come and can't turn your mind off at the end of the day, the At Night podcast is for you. Each short recording set to music is meant to be played as you're getting ready for bed or as you're lying down ready for sleep. May these brief episodes filled with Scripture, thoughts to calm your heart, and prayer bless you and keep you, my friend. Welcome to At Night.
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When I Need to Remember Who God Is to Me
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Today let’s take a few moments to breathe deeply, sit back and meditate on Psalm 61 and 62.Af Amanda Bacon
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When I'm the most tangled up inside my thoughts, my worries and my obsession over things I can’t change is when I need to decide I’m going to trust God no matter what is going on inside my mind. I just really need to trust Him ... That’s what it comes down to. So today I’m going to do that. Let’s take a few minutes to read some Scripture to solidif…
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When I Don’t Know What the Future Holds
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I have this habit of mentally jumping too far into the future, and then deciding I’m going to be afraid of it. Of whatever might be there waiting for me. I fear that a new problem or crisis will come crashing into my life, or more commonly, what current hard thing will be so much worse by then? I fear sickness, loss, disease, rejection and deep dis…
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Sleep is necessary to good health in both the mental and physical sense, so when it’s elusive and feels out of my reach, I start to spiral and question everything. I even let myself believe that God has forgotten me, because why would something as simple and vital as nighttime rest be unavailable to me? I’ve learned that my hardships don’t mean God…
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When I Need to Remember I'm God's Beloved
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When walking through daily frustration, sadness, ongoing sickness, chronic pain, disappointment or deep heartbreak, it’s easy to slip into the mindset that God has forgotten all about me, and has sidelined me from His loving and watchful eye. It’s easy to assume that if He saw me and loved me, that He would never allow me to feel this way or give a…
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Scott Smith & Neal Hull, from The National Pork Board
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The only reason I'm chatting with Scott Smith and Neal Hull from the National Pork Board is because of Scott's beard. While doing research for the podcast, I discovered that Scott won the 2022 Farm Journal's PORK "Best Beards in the Pork Industry". From there we started talking and one thing led to another and...they're on the podcast today! I'm ex…
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When I’m overwhelmed and feeling sad, helpless and lost, I often don’t know what to pray. I want to pray — I’m not against the act of prayer when I feel this way… I need it. I need to be with my Father in times like these because I know that prayer aligns my heart with God’s heart and helps me get in a good head space.. My relationship with Him is …
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Craig Rasmussen of Grandad's Bacon
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This week's episode features Chemical Engineer Craig Rasmussen of Grandad's Bacon in Loveland, Ohio. Craig has extensive bacon education both at home and abroad. This world-traveler is a plethora of information. You'll love what he has to say and you'll love his bacon (grandadsbacon.com) Our Bacon producer of the week is 99 Counties in Keystone, Io…
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Billy Stitt of Bill-E's Bacon (so good, we did it again!)
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Billy Stitt is making a name for himself in small-batch bacon industry. Bill-E's Bacon is known nationwide for it's flavor and quality. Perhaps it's because his bacon is serenaded by local musicians (true story!) In this episode, we dig a little deeper into his business and glorious bacon. KFC is bringing back their most iconic sandwich after nearl…
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David Bondy, Bacon Enthusiast From England
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Here's a fresh take on the bacon-making process from bacon enthusiast David Bondy, from England. He's been making bacon for over 20 years and shares his secrets on both back bacon and streaky (American) bacon. What he loves most about the process is being in control of all aspects of production: sourcing quality meat, calculating the precise amount…
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This week, I chat with Paul Kennedy, owner of S.O.B. Bacon (Society of Bacon), in Douglassville, Pennsylvania. Paul is a master of small-batch bacon, has some great friends who inspire his work (including a chef and the owner of a spice shop). His business is growing and he decided to chat for a bit about how it all started, how he experiments with…
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How do I know God sees me? How do I know God hears my prayers? How do I know God cares about my pain? How do I know God knows what’s best for me and those I love? When I’m feeling sad or low, I sometimes wonder how much God sees and hears. When I’m devastated by deep pain, I sometimes wonder if He cares and truly does what’s best for me. But over a…
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Matthew O'Donohue of Who Loves Bacon
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Matthew O'Donohue was my first guest on the podcast last year on October 8th. To this day, that podcast has more views than any other I've done. Matthew is the owner of "Who Loves Bacon", a small-batch bacon producer in Bakersfield, California. He and his wife Jahama are passionate about their craft and continue to expand their product offerings an…
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This week, I chat with Sean Tighe of Fat Belly Bacon in New Jersey. He runs a growing small-batch bacon company and has an impressive selection of custom bacon products. He shares about his history, processes, recipes, and goals for his business. Dairy Queen has a new bacon menu item. Find out about that, as well as an all-in-one bacon machine that…
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14 Days On A Bacon Diet--Here's What Happened
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Dan Quibell, author of "The Bacon Experiment", inspired me to try a bacon diet. Dan ate nothing but bacon for 30 days and lost 20 pounds, so I decided to do it for 14 days and see what would happen. It didn't go as I expected, but I did lose weight and had a new appreciation for bacon. Bacon shakes are in the news, plus our bacon producer of the we…
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Charlie The Bacon Guy Shares His Bacon Secrets
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This week, we have the privilege of talking with Charlie Zieserl, owner of "Charlie The Bacon Guy", in Woodridge, Illinois. He was a wealth of information and was more than willing to share the things he's learned along the way. He has an amazing/eclectic bacon lineup, makes bacon jam, and has some cool swag as well. Check him out on Instagram: @ch…
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When I'm Hoping For Better Days Ahead
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If you're living in the midst of deep pain and heartbreak, and are praying for and dreaming of better days ahead ... But you can’t see how any of what you’re walking through could ever possibly be good, turn out well or be used to bring God glory. You just can’t see it. You ask: Will there ever be any resolution or fix for what I see in front of me…
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Jeff Letson, Bacon Genius at Hitman Smoked Products
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This week, we chat with Jeff Letson of Hitman Smoked Products in Clifton, Tennessee. From humble beginnings, Jeff now runs a successful business supplying grocery stores and restaurants with his signature bacon flavors. You can view all his offerings at https://hitmansmokedproducts.com/. He shares his experiences, processes, and passion for all thi…
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"Meat Nerd" James Peisker from Porter Road
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This week you get to hear from James Peisker from Porter Road in Nashville, Tennessee. He shares his meat/bacon journey and how he and his business partner went from a catering business into a full-blown premium meat company. In addition to their physical location in Nashville, they ship their products nationwide. James is passionate about quality,…
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It's amazing what A.I. can do, especially when it comes to text generation. So, I put it to work and create custom content around "bacon". Neat as this is, A.I. cannot physically make bacon, so we'll leave that up to our bacon friends. Our bacon producer of the week is D'Artagnan in Union, New Jersey. In addition to "bacon news", I'll share our rec…
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This week's episode of "Bless My Bacon!" takes a look over the past 16 episodes of the podcast. Somewhat introspective, but nonetheless grateful for good friends and great bacon! Our bacon producer of the week is Four Oaks Farm in Lexington, South Carolina. This week's recipe is perfect for Christmas: Bourbon Egg Nog with Candied Bacon, from Eliza …
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10 Things You Didn't Know You Should Be Doing With Bacon
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This week, we share 10 things you didn't know you should be doing with bacon, as seen on www.thedailymeal.com. Some are obvious, others are obscure, but all are good. The bacon producer of the week is Porter Road in Nashville, Tennessee. As always, the latest-breaking bacon news and another delicious recipe from BENSA Bacon Lovers. Enjoy!…
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When Your Weary Soul Needs a Thrill of Hope
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When you’re weary, it wears on you. When you’re weary at Christmastime, it’s magnified. The world appears to be cheerful, merry and carefree — when you feel anything but. Though into our world, Emmanuel — God with us, also came. To us and for us. Click play whenever your weary soul needs a thrill of hope in this season.…
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Kate Stillman, Stillman Quality Meats
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This week, we chat with Kate Stillman, owner of Stillman Quality Meats in Hardwick, Massachusetts. A lifelong farmer, she shares her passion for animals, quality meat, bacon, and how her modest team of farmers and butchers makes great-tasting products even better. This week's bacon-producer of the week is Snake River Farms in Boise, Idaho, purveyor…
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Gavin Boinski of "Damn Good Bacon Jam"
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This week's episode features Gavin Boinski of "Damn Good Bacon Jam". Based in Birmingham, Alabama Gavin and his team produce their highly-acclaimed Bacon Jam. Their motto is "everything is better with bacon", and they prove it with their bacon jam, spices, and rubs. Gavin talks about his bacon journey and some of what it takes to create their produ…
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This episode features Ahna and Cam Frye, owners of Alleluia Acres Heritage Farm. They raise Tamworth pigs, which are quite rare and are considered "threatened" by the Livestock Conservancy. These outstanding hogs make for fantastic bacon due to their genetics, so it was great to chat with Ahna and Cam to learn how they raise these amazing animals. …
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Dan Quibell -- The Bacon Experiment
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This week, we chat with Dan Quibell, keto weight loss coach and bacon guru. He struggled with weight over the years, but found the key to losing weight--bacon! He ate nothing but bacon for 30 days and lost 20 pounds! It's a fantastic interview--you'll be hooked! Our bacon producer of the week is Benton's Smoky Mountain Country Hams (don't let the n…
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For when you wonder if your story matters and if God even sees you ... For the moments when you aren't sure what it's all for. Take a restful few minutes to take in the reminders you need right now and know God is directing a bigger story above and around you written by His hand, orchestrated by His will and unveiled according to his calendar.…
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Crazy tasty interview with Shannon Duffy, CEO of Tender Belly
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This week we chat with Shannon Duffy, CEO of Tender Belly (tenderbelly.com). Shannon talks about their stratospheric climb to bacon stardom and what makes their products different and "crazy tasty". He's a great dude and we're happy to have him on the show. The bacon producer of the week is Stillman Quality Meats in Hardwick, Massachusetts. As alwa…
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If you like lists (and bacon), you'll enjoy this episode. So much of what we eat can be wrapped in bacon and made even better! I'll give you 80+ bacon-wrapped ideas, the latest bacon news, our bacon producer of the week--Kayem, in Chelsea MA, and a tasty recipe from Kayem's website! Enjoy!Af Steve McKenzie
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BENSA Bacon Lovers Society's Eliza Cross Interview
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A fantastic episode featuring the one and only bacon guru, bacon author, and bacon lover, Eliza Cross. Her website is bensabaconlovers.com, which is a resource for all things bacon. You'll love listening to her and love her website. Our bacon producer of the week is Hitman Smoked Products from Clifton, Tennessee and our recipe of the week is Eliza …
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Let me count the ways...you can use bacon fat. Use it in gravies, biscuits, seasoning cast iron, cooking vegetables and on and on! This week we also talk about the best way to store bacon fat. Also, an exclusive interview with bacon lover-Bears fan Scott Podowski from Berwyn, Illinois. Our bacon producer of the week is Pederson's Natural Farms in H…
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At Night is back with a new episode! For the days when we don't know how we're going to get through — figure out — or have the strength to face the days ahead … or even the hour we're currently standing in. I pray this 7-minute episode will meet you where you are and remind you that you'll never do this life alone.…
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Interview with Bill Stitt, owner of "Bill-E's Bacon"
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On this week's episode we take a road trip with Bill Stitt of Bill-E's Bacon in Fairhope, Alabama. He shares his bacon journey and the unique process he uses to make his bacon.Af Steve McKenzie
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Interview with Matthew O'Donohue, owner of "Who Loves Bacon"
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On this week's show I interview Matthew O'Donohue, owner of "Who Loves Bacon", in Bakersfield, California. He discusses his bacon journey, how he makes bacon, and talks about his growth and success of "Who Loves Bacon". www.wholovesbacon.comAf Steve McKenzie
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Conecuh Sausage Company Road Trip and "Umami"
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This week, I make a road trip to the legendary Conecuh Sausage Company in Evergreen, Alabama, we'll discuss the Japanese word "Umami" and how bacon is the epitome of that word, give you the latest bacon news, and a delicious bacon-wrapped venison recipe! Our featured bacon producer of the week is Vande Rose Farms in Waucoma, Iowa.…
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Bacon Meditation (Meditation only)
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Soothing bacon thoughts and sizzling bacon. A must for those dealing with anxiety and bacon withdrawl.Af Steve McKenzie
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This episode of Bless My Bacon! features a discussion with Bobby Molan from KD's Fine Meats in Alabaster, Alabama about his business and bacon. We share the eight best bacon-producing pig varieties, give you the latest dish on bacon news, highlight our bacon maker of the week, The Fatback Pig Project, and share an epic recipe for football season!…
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Episode 003 of the Bless My Bacon Podcast features the bacon of the month, bacon news, and the highly anticipated "Bacon Meditation".Af Steve McKenzie
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There are many ways to cook bacon: fried, microwave, oven, sous vide, air fry, and fried with water. I'll show you which is best!Af Steve McKenzie
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Happy International Bacon Day! This is the inaugural episode of the Bless My Bacon! Podcast. THE source for all things bacon. In this (short) episode, I unveil the purpose of the podcast (BACON), give you some backstory on my bacon adventure thus far, reveal hidden bacon facts, share bacon news, and highlight the outstanding bacon producer, Monroe …
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When my emotions are running high or exhaustion has taken its toll, my words can sometimes get me in trouble. When I let down the guard of wisdom and self-control, the words I speak are not wise or controlled. When I feel resentful, I speak as a person who has not communicated my desires and capacity. When I feel angry, who knows what will spill ou…
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When I’m in a painful season that doesn’t seem to ever let up, I can begin to feel forgotten and wonder why a good God would allow such pain in my life. If this is where you're at today, friend, I pray this 4-minute episode brings the peace you need to keep going and keep hoping in the God who never forgets you.…
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When life feels impossible, not only do I feel stressed and hopeless, I begin to question everything. Will life ever feel smooth and enjoyable again? How will I get through this? Will I recover from this? How could this happen? In this 6-minute episode, you will feel seen in your circumstance that feels impossible... while also be reminded of what'…
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On days like these, when the world and its difficult circumstances and relationships are pressing in, what we really need is some Truth. So today let's set our minds on and take in that much needed Truth straight from God’s Word. Do you have a few minutes to quiet your soul and take in some Truth? This one's for you.…
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Do I need the courage to step out and make a move that is uncharacteristic for me or is just plain scary? Do I need courage to make a change in my job, the way my family operates, in my parenting, my key relationships, or for my health? Am I needing some courage to face being misunderstood, to address being treated unfairly or harshly? Do I need to…
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When I think about what I could use a lot more of in my life, my answer is peace. Every single time. Peace in my heart, in my mind, in my home. In relationships, in conversations, in my body… and within my soul. If this is where you find yourself, take 8 minutes today to find a pocket of peace set to soothing music as we're reminded about true peac…
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If life circumstances that don’t seem to have a fix or a resolution feel like they're taking you under and you're asking God: Will it ever get any better than this? Will I ever feel joyful and content? I pray this brief episode of At Night will meet you right where you are today.
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Psalm 91 is the perfect psalm to listen to and meditate on when your heart and mind need some peace and when you need to be tucked under His loving and capable wings. May this episode bring you hope and peace each time you click play and listen.
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As much as I hope otherwise, I am never free from waiting on something or someone. Here on earth I’m sometimes shattered by the wait involving important people and circumstances. And sometimes? This drags me down. Way down. Listen in to this brief episode of At Night where we ponder the wait and gain some relief from the weight of it.…
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