Jamie Campolongo & Tristan Hewatt of 3 Taxi Guys

Jamie Campolongo & Tristan Hewatt of 3 Taxi Guys

From Shootin’ The Que Podcast with Heath Riles by Heath Riles

June 2, 2026 · 54 min

About this episode

Heath and Candace interview Jamie Campolongo and Tristan Hewatt about their transition from the taxi business to BBQ competition and remember Rick Hewatt's legacy.

On this episode of Shootin’ The Que, Heath and Candace sit down with Jamie Campolongo and Tristan Hewatt of 3 Taxi Guys BBQ. The conversation covers their journey from the taxi business to competition BBQ, memorable stories from years on the road, how the team was formed, and their success on the competition circuit. The episode also takes time to remember Rick Hewatt, a beloved member of 3 Taxi Guys BBQ, discussing the impact he had on the team, the BBQ community, and the lasting legacy he leaves behind. Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Follow Heath Riles BBQ: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles, pitmaster • 82x BBQ Grand Champion • '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

People in this episode

Hosts: Heath Riles, Candace

Guests: Jamie Campolongo, Tristan Hewatt

Topics covered

  • BBQ competition
  • entrepreneurship
  • team dynamics
  • memorial
  • storytelling

Keywords

  • BBQ
  • competition
  • 3 Taxi Guys
  • Heath Riles
  • Rick Hewatt
  • storytelling
  • entrepreneurship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: 3 Taxi Guys BBQ

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