James Smith AKA The Tattooed Butcher. This award winning legend stole the competitive butchering scene just six months after starting his apprenticeship. He shares with us all that he has learned from his experiences and how this fuelled his confidence to build and run his own brand &apos;The Tattooed Butcher&apos;.   Dedicated to teaching others, James runs his own &apos;nose to tail&apos; butchering and barbecuing classes and shares multiple recipes and demonstrations  on his socials. On top of this, he represents his country, New Zealand, on the world stage as part of their National Butchery Team, The Sharp Blacks.   Instagram - @the_tattooed_butcher_ Youtube - The Tattooed Butcher Website - www.thetattooedbutcher.com  Intro &amp; Outro Song -  Instant Coffee by Bugs AMIST Super - <a href='https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amist.com.au%2Fjoin-amist-super%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7C%7C381f5f5ffe2e400b114a08db299ef666%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638149534972092299%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=mqUctXwc1NI1A1VYnh2w0u18Mli3eyJ8MUCHaTZ6JDU%3D&amp;reserved=0'>Click Here</a> for more information Shop for Merch and Stay Connected - <a href='https://linktr.ee/Lukeleyson'>Click Here</a>

Ep. 006 - Ashley Gray

Where Butchers Talk Meat, Mastery and MorePull up a seat at the butcher’s block.The Meat Up is the essential podcast for meat lovers and professionals in the trade. Hosted by a seasoned butcher and smallgoods craftsman, this show goes beyond the plate to carve into the stories, skills and science behind the meat industry.From paddock to plate, tradition to innovation, we spotlight the people who cut, cure, smoke and serve with passion. Whether you're behind the counter, on the tools, or just love a well-cooked steak, The Meat Up connects you to the real conversations shaping meat today—and tomorrow.🎙 &nbsp;Episodes featuring:Expert interviews with butchers, farmers, chefs &amp; producersDeep dives into cuts, curing, and craftsmanshipHonest takes on industry trends, tech &amp; techniquesStories from the shop floor, the paddock, and the smokehouseThis isn’t just a podcast—it's a gathering place for the meat community.