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The Sound, Soul & Smoke of Gates Bar-B-Q

BBQ RADIO NETWORK··7 August 2026·43 min

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Send us Fan MailKansas City isn’t just a place — it’s a flavor. This week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell takes you inside the legendary Gates Bar-B-Q, where the greeting is loud, the ribs are fire-kissed, and the legacy goes back to 1946. From sauce made in a wash tub to smoke drifting over Municipal Stadium, George Gates shares the stories, the pride, and the culture behind the phrase, “Hi, may I help you?” Don’t miss it!Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com