KANSAS CITY, Mo. – In this episode of the podcast, MEAT+POULTRY welcomes Danny Johnson, owner of Taylor’s Market, head of The Butchers Guild, and captain of “Butchers of America” for the World Butchers’ Challenge.

First, Johnson talks about how he got involved with The Butchers Guild. Then Johnson discusses the competition and how he helped bring the growing event to his hometown of Sacramento, California. In 2020, the event will be held at Golden 1 Center, where the Sacramento Kings play basketball. 

He also explains how the Butchers of America team was developed to face off against its foes across the world and how the 3-hour,15-minute challenge works.

Johnson also emphasizes how the World Butchers’ Challenge will use local, sustainable meats during the event.