The Grill Coach

This week on The Grill Coach Podcast, we're diving into the fundamentals of seasoning meat for the grill! Whether you're cooking pork, beef, chicken, or seafood, we break down the best dry rub tips and flavor profiles to elevate your BBQ game.

This week on The Grill Coach Podcast, Jay and Brian go all-in on one of the most beloved BBQ staples: Smoked Pork Butt! From cooking techniques to next-level recipe ideas, this episode is packed with flavor.Jay kicks things off with his take on Pork Riblets, while Brian shares his experience with an overnight pulled pork cook—low, slow, and totally worth it.We answer not one but two listener questions:1️⃣ Why does the surface of a griddle rust so easily? 2️⃣ Did Brian finally finish building his Grill Shack?

On this episode of The Grill Coach Podcast, we're talking all things smoked pork butt—a BBQ classic that's perfect for slow smoking and packed with flavor. From prep to rest, we break down each step so you can master this essential cut.Jay shares his experience with B&B Competition Char Logs, a clean-burning, long-lasting fuel that's perfect for low and slow cooks like pork butt. Brian takes us into steak territory, grilling a delicious picanha, and we answer the question: “What's the best way to cook a steak?” Our advice? It depends on thickness, cut, and your grill setup—whether you sear first or reverse it, temp control is key.Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommends at TheGrillCoach.com - they're a pitmaster's best friend.How to Smoke Pork Butt?We walk step-by-step through smoking pork butt, from choosing your cut to slicing into that bark-covered beauty. Whether it's your first pork butt or your fiftieth, this episode brings tips and experience that'll make your next BBQ even better.

This week Jay and Brian are joined by a very special guest - Meathead! Pioneer of AmazingRibs.com, Meathead returns to the podcast to talk his newest book - The Meathead Method! Meathead discusses the inspiration behind the new book, grilled fried chicken, myth busting, essential tools, competition vs backyard bbq, over 100 recipes from his new book, and so much more! 

This week Jay and Brian are joined by Michelle O'Guin - a WFC champion who is headed into the Final Table and the chance to win $150,000!First, highlights! Jay and Brian each share a recent brisket cook - with very different approaches!  

This week on The Grill Coach Podcast, Jay and Brian review the highly anticipated Gravity Series 600 Digital Charcoal Grill + Smoker. We break down its best features, cooking performance, and whether it's worth the investment for BBQ lovers.Brian shares why buying BBQ rubs from local spice shops can elevate your grilling game, and Jay dives into the art and joy of teaching BBQ, passing on skills that make grilling more fun and rewarding.

This week Jay and Brian are back in the studio and are talking with Bob Healey, the inventor of the GrillGun! We dive into how this product was developed and what makes this product so unique - and fun! Bob shares the entrepreneurial journey behind inventing the GrillGun and bringing it to market, best practices for optimal performance, and the best way to light charcoal. We discuss this and much more, tune into the episode below and grab your own GrillGun at GrillBlazer.com!After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Find us online at TheGrillCoach.com!Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week the Jay and Brian are talking with competitors from the Chef, Rice, and Noodle categories in our final episode from the World Food Championships 2024$Interviews Include: Chef G (Gamal Amadou): Country Club Chef from Bethesda, Maryland shared about the highly competitive chef competitor.Chelsea: CJ from The Barrel Room and V with Naan Stop Donor described beating an Iron Chef and cooking in the “Rahhs” category.Keisha: Shares with us about writing a cooking history book about Caribbean cuisine - Caribe Cookbook - and talks to us about her dish. Chef Antwan Coleman - Private Chef Antwan stops by and shares his rice and noodle cook!Machete and Pat: Threw down on all things El Gordo Niños before competing in Pasta on Day Three. Wait ‘til you see his dish - WOW!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Find us online at TheGrillCoach.com!Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week the Jay and Brian are talking with Junior Competitors, Bacon Champions, Dessert, Seafood and More with live interviews from World Food Championships 2024!Interviews Include: Julia and Maddie - Stopped by and shared what it was like to ROCK the Junior Chef category, taking home first place ~and~ best communication.Logan - Detailed the Junior competition representing Anderson High. Scott - Round One Bacon Champion Scott stops by and shares his game day winning experience!Jared & Melissa - Bacon competitors Jared and Melissa are from the Telluridechef.com and Experienceachef.com Team and are talking about their elevated game gay Peanut Butter, Bacon, Banana, and Jelly Sandwich! Marc and Princess - Chef Couple from Melbourne Australia! They both competed in BBQ last year Marc and Princess Anne came by for a “natter” about competing in dessert and seafood. Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Find us online at TheGrillCoach.comEmail us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are interviewing BBQ Competitors at The World Food Championships in Indianapolis talking about our favorite subject - BBQ recipes, tips, and tricks! Interviews Include: Eric from Eduardo BBQ: Eric is part of  a competition BBQ team from Arizona and chats Wagyu Brisket, Iberico Pork Spare Ribs. and Monster Beef Ribs. Dan with Team Croix Valley BBQ: Fresh off a wild card turn in, team leader Dan talks Beef Tenderloin with Croix Valley Greenbeans.  Barnaby from Blazin' Barrels BBQ: Barnaby talks about his experience with Blazin' Barrels BBQ team and the BBQ community that is alive and well at the WFC. Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Find us online at TheGrillCoach.com!Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

We're back with another installment of Jay and Brian at The World Food Championships in Indianapolis. We dive in with competitors from the Sandwich and Dessert categories! Interviews Include: Damon Holter - Is a sandwich competitor and WFC legend.  He describes being a multi-time champion and his expectations for this year. Shares some tricks to recipes for an award winning $10,000 sandwich. Owner of Croix Valley Foods - find them on instagram @croixvalley  Jennifer Norem  - Is the first-round sandwich competition 2nd place winner with a cobbler club sandwich. Kathy Harmon and Rowan - Team K-Hart Mom and family team share their experiences at WFC and their Grilled Gourmet Sandwich made with grilled quail, elk loin, and kangaroo.   Rick Duffy - Chef Rick D from Crow's Foot BBQ and Taste of Canada winner. He shares his Double Duck Rueben with Smoked Duck Breast Sandwich made with King Cole Ducks. David Eaheart - American Pie Champion and dessert category competitor with The Chestnut Pig, and Prairie Fresh Pork salesman. He shares his unique dessert entry! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Find us online at TheGrillCoach.comEmail us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian back with on location interviews at The World Food Championships in Indianapolis! This week's interviews include: Jeanette from Indiana Pork Farmers Association who represents over 2800 pork farmers and shares how important pig farming is to the state of Indiana. She also taught us about Indiana Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches. Debbie Donato  - Master food and bbq judge for many years and shares her insights on what its like to judge so many fantastic events and her experience growing with the WFC.Janette  - Head Cheferee for the 2024 WFC. She shares why Cheferees' are important and their role in foodsports, how she got started with the WFC, and the future of the industry. Joel  - A spectator and listener to The Grill Coach podcast as well as a home bbq enthusiast who shares his experiences at this amazing event. Keith Goldsmith - We were so honored to meet a long time listener Keith as he has been listening since episode 1! We talked to him about his Grill Coach journey and he even shares his Pastrami Cook procedure with us. Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Visit us online at TheGrillCoach.comEmail us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are on location at The World Food Championships in Indianapolis! Join us as we kick of a series of interviews with participants, judges, creators and beyond! Interviews include: JB is a food culture writer for  @edibleindy and the Indianapolis food scene.Ian is the marketing director from Hard Truth Whiskey and gives very detailed information about a great whiskey. John McManus, a reality star from the 90-Day Fiancé franchise who is now partnered with MSH Nation that sells a variety of rubs and sauces. Al Frugoni  is a headline guest at the WFC with an amazing live fire demonstration where he is hanging 7 bone rib roast and whole hogs. Vegetables are only for decoration. Jack and David  are accomplished professional chefs and they schooled us on all the great things American Culinary Federation does for chefs - and home cooks, alike. Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are headed to the World Food Championships! In this episode they are joined by Mike McCloud, President of the World Food Championships. What are the World Food Championships? What is food sport? We'll cover the good and the bad of food competitions, how judging works, and so much more! Tune in below! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are back with a listener favorite, BBQ Horror Stories! In this very special episode we hear some of our listeners BBQ disasters & horror stories. The team breaks down the learning moments from each, and even share some of their own! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!You can email Jay@thegrillcoach.com, message us on Instagram @TheGrillCoach - or for the best chance, we'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at (503) 850-8468! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are reviewing the Konnected Joe! We kick it off the highlights of course. Jay cooks a special birthday brisket, breaks down the cook and shares some pro-tips!   Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into the Konnected Joe! What is a Konnected Joe? What fuel should you use with a Konnected Joe? How do you light the Konnected joe? How do you mantain temp in a Konnected Joe? How does WiFi Connected Technology work on the Konnected Joe? What can you cook on the Konnected Joe? We answer this and so much more! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!As Halloween approaches, so does a listener favorite - BBQ Horror Stories! We're back this year and are looking for your best bbq horror stories of the year. Submit your stories for a chance to win a newly designed Grill Coach T-Shirt and swag! Give us a call at (503) 850-8468!You can email Jay@thegrillcoach.com, message us on Instagram @TheGrillCoach - or for the best chance, we'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at (503) 850-8468! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are joined by @Dawnchiefs! The gang is talking cooking on the griddle! Tune into the episode below! We kick it off the highlights of course. Dawn share her recent Grill House build. Brian talks smoked salsa on the Konnected Joe. Jay makes a reverse seared steak on a Recteq Bullseye. Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into griddle cooking! What's the difference between grilling and griddling? Does a griddle provide any unique flavor? Can you get smoke flavor on a griddle? From accessories to cleaning, and even biscuits and gravy on the griddle we cover it all. Tune into the episode below! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!As Halloween approaches, so does a listener favorite - BBQ Horror Stories! We're back this year and are looking for your best bbq horror stories of the year. Submit your stories for a chance to win a newly designed Grill Coach T-Shirt and swag!You can email Jay@thegrillcoach.com, message us on Instagram @TheGrillCoach - or for the best chance, we'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at (503) 850-8468! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are back with another cast iron episode and talking seasoning and maintaining essentials. Tune into the episode below!We kick it off the highlights of course. Brian shares chicken leg quarters with new rubs from Grillin With Dad. Jay shares bacon wrapped chicken legs from Academy of Q.This week's BBQ Question is, “How do you prepare ribs on a gas cooker?” Can it be done? Let us know what you think in the comments below! Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into seasoning and maintaining cast iron. Brian shares some valuable resources for this from Teach A Man To Fish on YouTube and Cast Iron Chris on Instagram. Jay and Brian go over quick cleans, to use soap or not, and maintenance 101, and more! Tune into the episode below!  After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

As Halloween approaches, so does a listener favorite - BBQ Horror Stories! We're back this year and are looking for your best bbq horror stories of the year. Submit your stories for a chance to win a newly designed Grill Coach T-Shirt and swag! You can email Jay@thegrillcoach.com, message us on Instagram @TheGrillCoach - or for the best chance, we'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at (503) 850-8468! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

Jay and Brian are back this week and talking Drum Smokers! What are drum smokers? Where did they come from and what are they good for? We'll discuss this and much more, tune in below! We kick off the episode with highlights of course. Brian shares his version of Sticky Ribs a la Jay - a la Frankie! Jay shares a recent chicken cooking demonstration he did at Ace Hardware. We get some bonus listener feedback and some tips on cooking beer-can chicken on a weber kettle! Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into vertical drum smokers. What are vertical drum smokers and where did they come from? How can you make your own DIY drum smoker? Are drum smokers good for anything else aside from hanging ribs? How do you clean ash from a drum smoker? We answer this and so much more. Tune into the episode below! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the show

This week Jay and Brian are talking smart grilling technology and are joined by a very special guest from Middleby Outdoor, Josh Silva! Middleby Outdoor whose brands include Kamado Joe, Masterbuilt and Char-Griller! You won't want to miss this episdoe, tune in below! Of course, we kick it off with highlights! Brian shares a special rib cook on while on vacation in Lake Tahoe. Jay visits a favorite Michigan butcher and makes his own “Pastrami”!Our BBQ Question of the week is, “When using a smoke box to add smoke to my gas grill cooking, should I soak the chips? There seems to be some confusion online.” What do you say? Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into our interview with Josh Silva of Middleby Outdoors. As tradition dictates, Josh shares his cooking background, favorite bbq memories and how that influences him today. We then dive into smart grilling technology on the Kamado Joe, Masterbuilt, and Char-Griller cookers! What is smart grill technology from Middleby? What makes this technology different? What is the future of smart grilling technology? We answer these and so much more! Tune into the episode below! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week Jay and Brian by a special guest Brian (yes, two Brians!) and asking, is it a Gadget or Gimmick? Tune into the episode below! First, we kick it off with highlights. Brian shares a recent grilled Sriracha salmon salad success story. Jay talks a new Thai restaurant find in Atlanta - Talat Market! Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! This week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break Brian joins and we're breaking down grilling accessories and asking, is it a Gadget or Gimmick? We kick it off with the inspiration for the episode - a hot dog roller for the grill! We turn to the Gadget or Gimmick scale to be objective as possible as we talk the Bear Claw Shredding Tool, Themed Grilling Accessories, Simple Green, and even Ai Smokers! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week Jay and Brian are talking the colorful world of Weber Kettles. Inspired by a very special White Weber Kettle, the guys discuss various kettles, colors, accessories and more! Tune into the episode below!First, we kick it off with highlights. Brian talks reversed seared burgers and smoked corn. Jay shares very special New Orleans Food Tour! Special shoutout to Joel and his protip on how to check the level of a propane tank. Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation and all the links mentioned in the episode at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break Jay and Brian talk about the White Master-Touch Charcoal Grill, the various colors and options they come in, the Weber Gourmet BBQ System, the WeberKettleClub.com, and so much more! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week we are sharing a podcast episode from NPR's 1A - Ask A Grillmaster. In this very special episode Jay joins the 1A podcast to talk grilling meats and answering listener questions. Jay is joined by Eudell Watts & Bricia Lopez in this jam packed episode, you won't want to miss it! From NPR: Since the dawn of mankind, humans have been have been taking food to fire.After thousands of years — and probably tons of really awful woolly mammoth meat — we've learned to make grilling taste good.With summer here and summer holidays just around the corner, it's almost impossible to head outside and not catch a whiff of a grill somewhere.But the world of grilling has gone through a lot of innovation since our ancestors first held ingredients to the sacred fire.We're here to help you make sense of it all. For our latest installment of our "Ask A..." series, we're asking grillmasters all about their craft and answering your questions.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.----After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week Jay and Brian are back and talking Cast Iron cooking with Lady of Q, Sylvie Curry! Sylvie is an award winning BBQ Pitmaster, Netflix's Barbecue Showdown Participant, and a California BBQ Hall of Fame inductee. She joins the podcast to share some pro-tips for cooking with cast iron on the grill!First, we kick it off with highlights. Brian uses beer-can chicken drippings as a fire starter. Jay makes the best salmon he has every made. Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we talk cast iron cooking with Sylvie Curry . We discuss her bbq competition background, the California BBQ Association, and her time on  Barbecue Showdown. Sylvie shares insights into BBQ comps, including prep, timing, and much more! The Lady of Q shares expert insights into cooking with cast iron on the grill - from seasoning and maintenance to recipes and beyond! Find Sylvie Curry on instagram @sylvie1950 and tune into the episode below!After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week Frankie, Brian, and Jay are back and with our Guide to Summer Grilling Gifts and Needs! We discuss some of the items needed for a Summer full of grilling and bbq - from essentials to wish lists these are perfect gifts for the griller in your life! Tune into the episode, or check out or recommendations below!First, highlights! Jay shares his new favorite find, smoked and braised chicken wings. Frankie makes hot and fast lemon pepper wings. Brian gets a mini smoke n' sear for the kettle. This week's BBQ Question is, After listening to your informative show with Stephen Raichlen, I have two questions: How does the beer create steam if the chicken is done at 165 degrees, which is below the boiling point of water, and if the can is inside the chicken, doesn't the full carcass block steam penetration? Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! After the break we dive into our bbq gift guide - essentials for a summer of successful cooks! Check out TheGrillCoach.com for all our recommendations! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week Jay and Brian are back and talking smoked banana pudding with KCBS champion cook Casey Nix! What exactly is smoked banana pudding? Tune in and find out! First, we kick it off with highlights! Brian cooks up a t-bone steak and shouts out Episode 58. Jay talks office ribs. This week's BBQ Question is, “What is a kanka grill?” Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com! After the break we chat with Casey Nix of “'Four Guys Porkin'”. We learn more about Casey's cooking background and the competition team. (Don't miss the Sara Lee Office Bake-Off Competition story!) Casey breaks down what exactly is smoked banana pudding and shares some pro tips! Tune into the episode below!After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out the Member's Mark Pro Series with Thermostatic Control, now available at your local Sam's Club store!Support the Show.

This week we are joined by Steven Raichlen and are discussing his exciting new book release about cooking Beer-Can Chicken! What was the inspiration for this book? How do you prepare a can for cooking beer-can chicken? What is liquid smoke? We cover history and techniques to recipes and beyond. First, we kick it off with highlights! Brian shares Peking Beer-Can Chicken. Frankie cooks two Classic Beer-Can Chickens. Jay makes Thai Coconut Beer-Can Chicken - and maybe even brines a chicken?! Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break Steven explains some of the basics of how to cook Beer Can Chicken while giving the listeners enough ideas to put their own twist on it - inspiring ideas like using wine, soda or coconut milk instead of beer. With this fresh take on the original version published in 2002, Steven shares amazing recipes like Chinese style, Peking Beer Can Chicken or Belgium and French style Chicken Carbonnade and many more!The Grill Coach team had a blast talking with Steven about this fun, delicious and eye-catching style of cooking. You can find Steven at barbecuebible.com or on socials @stevenraichlen! After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Support the Show.

This week Brian and Jay are back and talking selecting and buying cast iron. Why cast iron? Where to buy cast iron? We'll answer this and much more, tune into the episode below! We kick it off with highlights! Brian shares his hack for economical pork chops. Jay cooks an emergency skirt steak.Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com - essential for exceptional #castironcooking!After the break we dive deep into Cast Iron - Selecting and Buying! We talk what's in Jay and Brian's cast iron arsenal. We answer, What is a dutch oven? How much does cast iron cost? Can you cook eggs on a cast iron? Where do you buy cast iron? We answer this and so much more! (Don't miss Brian's cast iron outdoor storage hack!)After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supporters - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question or episode request you would like to hear on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Support the Show.

We're back with a very special episode and talking “New Seasons”. Jay and Frankie give an official Grill Coach welcome to Brian as he joins as a full time co-host! Tune into the episode below! Sticking with tradition we kick it off with highlights! Frankie talks whole fish on the Kanka Grill. Brian shares cast iron chuck steak burnt ends. Jay makes camp fire bbq in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This week our Grill Coach Question is, What is a Slow N' Sear? Do you have a grill coach question? Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we welcome Brian the show. We learn more about his bbq background, style, and strengths and discuss why he is excited to join as a co-host! We also break down some new changes to the show - including a new bi-weekly episode cadence. After 150+ episodes we'd like to send a huge thank you to you to our Patreon supportors - we couldn't do it with out you! Learn more about our Patreon here and grab your free magnetic meat temperature chart!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com Call or Text us at (503) 850-8468Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @TheGrillCoach.Check out more episodes with Brian!German BBQAustralian BBQListener Spotlight with Brian V!Support the show

This week we are back and talking cooking fish hot and fast. From buying fish to recipes we have you covered! Tune into the episode below!First, highlights! Jay kicks it off with a recent cook of smoked oxtails and chicken wings. Frankie shares a recent double header at Matt's BBQ Tacos at Great Notion Brewing. Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into cooking fish on a charcoal grill (or gas grill)! Where to buy fish? How to prep fish? What's the best way to cook fish on the grill? We cover this and much more! Looking for some recipe inspirations? Check out Contramar's Red and Green Grilled Snapper (video here) from My Mexico City Kitchen: Recipes and Convictions [A Cookbook] by Gabriela Cámara. Or, try this Grilled Pompano with Cebu Lechon Mix!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach.Support the show

This week we making another step on our BBQ World Tour and talking German BBQ! We're joined by Brian V. who takes us down the wonderful world of German BBQ. Tune into the episode below! First, we kick it off with highlights! Inspired by last week's episode Brian fires up the grill and makes steak au poivre. Jay shares a special delivery of some Snake River Farms Kurobuta Pork Ribs. Frankie talks wedding bbq on a Santa Maria style grill! Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation and all the links mentioned in the show at TheGrillCoach.com! After the break we dive into German BBQ. What is German BBQ? How has German BBQ shaped American BBQ? We cover common sides, condiments, recipes and more! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach.Support the show

This week Frankie and Jay are talking February Highlights (and other good things we ate!). Tune into the episode below!We kick it off with Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon and Steak Au Poivre. Frankie has an impromptu homemade sausage party from one of his favorite butcher at The Sheridan Fruit Co. in Portland. He also shares a visit to a Yakitori spot while visiting Seattle. Chicken hearts anyone? Jay tries out a couple of new BBQ spots in Atlanta and an upcoming BBQ competition he will be scooping out - Sip & Swine. He also shares a recent smoked oxtail cook! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach.Support the show

We're back this week talking Super Bowl BBQ! Frankie and Jay are joined by Dawn and share what we'll be cooking up for this Super Bowl Sunday. Dawn kicks off highlights with her mushroom, bacon, and Swiss cheese fatty. Frankie shares a tomahawk steak on the Traeger Ranger. Jay visits Heirloom BBQ and Geary Farms. Looking for Super Bowl bbq ideas? We break down some of our go to recipes for game day grilling. Jay makes smoked & fried chicken wings. Frankie talks smoked chuck roast taco and nacho bar. Dawn shares her version of kettle-fried Buffa-Que chicken wings!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. Catch Dawn on Instagram @DawnChiefs and on Facebook at A Woman and Her Grill! And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

The Grill Coach is back! In this week's episode Jay and Frankie are back and talking our BBQ Resolutions for 2024!Frankie kicks off highlights with his New Year's cook including prime rib, home made stock, smoked pork belly, and mole! Jay talk's his Christmas Brisket - a new tradition?Jay and Frankie dive into some of our bbq resolutions - or intentions - for this year!  Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

Happy Holidays! Jay and Frankie do a holiday check-in, discuss some favorite moments of 2023, and what we are looking forward to in the New Year! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

[Repost] We're back with Sara Range! Sara is back this week sharing 5 tips for hosting a holiday party spread, and how to be a good potluck guest! From what to cook and when to cook it, to how to serve it! Sara even shares some show stopping recipes sure to impress.Don't forget to check out Sara's past episodes: Sara Range Talks Traeger Cooking and Recipe Development (Episode 42) and Fancy BBQ and 5 Tips to Taking Beautiful BBQ Photos (Episode 29).Of course, we gotta kick off the episode with highlights. Sara makes her TV Debut gives us a behind the scenes peek into live TV! Jay shouts out a recent visit with Anthony from Mega Texas BBQ and getting to cook on a gravity fed charcoal grill. Frankie shares a technology fail and a gentle reminder to calibrate your thermometers!BBQ Question of the week is, “What is the best way to transport your BBQ?” What are your favorite ways to take your bbq on the road?Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we get into 5 Tips for Hosting a Holiday Party (Or Being a Good Grilling Potluck Guest)! Tune in, you won't want to miss this!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And don't forget to share!Support the show

This week Frankie and Jay are discussing their Thanksgiving cook(s)! What went good, what went bad, and what we want to do next! Tune into the episode below. Jay cooked 3 turkeys this year and he breaks down his cooks including a spatchcocked turkey, an injected turkey, and a wet brined turkey! Frankie cooked 3 turkeys, too! He shares a spatchcocked turkey on the kettle, a smoked turkey, and his first deep fried turkey! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

On this week's Grill Coach Short we're talking 5 Turkey Tips for the Holiday Season! We'll cover all the essentials for a show-stopping turkey! Tune into the episode below. Jay kicks off highlights with a new find - Heirloom Market BBQ in Atlanta. Frankie talks chicken quarters and pork shoulder steaks on the Kanka Grill!BBQ Question of the week is, “I have a camp chef pellet smoker when I set it to 170°(doing jerky) it can climb as high as 250° is that normal?"Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com, an everyday essential that's particularly helpful for a juicy perfectly cooked turkey!After the break we talk 5 Turkey Tips for the Holiday Season. How long do you need to thaw a frozen turkey? How do you brine a turkey? How do you set up your cooker for grilling a turkey? We'll cover this and much more! Check out the USDA's guide on safely thawing a turkey. Want more #turkeytalk!? Check out our past episodes “BBQ Turkey 3 Ways!”  and “Thanksgiving Spectacular!”Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

We're back this week talking Brisket Dust. This Columbian inspired dish is a must try! If you haven't heard of this yet, you're in for a treat! Tune into the episode below.Frankie kicks off highlights with his most recent cook on the Kanka Grill. Jay talks pork chops with Kinder's red garlic rub. BBQ Question of the week is, “What is the purpose of the can of beer in a beer can chicken?” What do you think? Let us know at TheGrillCoach.com!In our main topic we dive into just what exactly is Brisket Dust? How do you make Brisket Dust? What do you use Brisket Dust for? We'll discuss this and much more, tune into the episode below!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

Jay and Frankie are back this week and talking Ace Hardware! Specifically, Ace Hardware in Grayson Georgia. In a Grill Coach first, Jay is live on site interviewing Ashley from Ace Hardware - you won't want to miss this! Ashley shares some behind the scenes info about Ace Hardware and talks bbq with Jay! She shares some of the top questions customers ask and rising trends in bbq cookers. Did you know Ace can assemble your cookers, including their Ace exclusive Weber cookers! We'll talk this and much more! Check out Ace Hardware in Grayson Georgia this Sunday, October 29th, 2023 from 1-4PM EST! They'll have a local meat vendor on site, propane specials, and all the bbq accessories you need! Come hungry and grab some brisket cooked onsite!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

We're back this week talking bbq! Jay kicks it off with Traeger talk and keeping your grill clean. He shares a 72 chicken wing cook and a trio of spices and rubs. Frankie talks about his first cook on his new Kanka Grill! This heavy duty rotisserie grill is quickly becoming a new favorite. Frankie shares a picanha cook on it, some lessons learned, and teases some future cooks! Check it out at TheGrillCoach.com! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

This week the guys are back (finally) and talking ribs on a Weber Kettle. In this new Grill Coach Short we share tips, lessons, and some new favorite techniques! Jay shares a recent rib cook while on the road. Frankie does hot and fast ribs on the kettle. This weeks question is, “What do you do when a “LEr” error code comes up during a cook?”Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

As we head into October, we'd love to hear some of your best bbq horror stories! For some inspiration, here's a throwback to our 2021 BBQ Horror Stories! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

Jay and Frankie check in with highlights! Frankie  shares a special visit to Kann Restaurant in Portland and talks wood fired food. Jay makes a visit to Ace and makes a Blue's Hog score! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

This week Frankie and Jay are joined by Albert from Ochoa's Smokehouse and talking fusion bbq! What is fusion bbq? Tune into the episode below and find out!We kick it off with highlights - a Picanha double header! Frankie talks smoked picanha and Jay talks picanha steaks! This inspired our question of the week, “What is the picanha cut?” Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation (and all the links we mention) at TheGrillCoach.com! After the break Albert joins and talks fusion bbq - incorporating bbq into your everyday cultural cooking! Albert talks the best proteins, sides, rubs, and sauces that he uses to make his fusion bbq. We cover some favorite fusion bbq dishes including barbacoa tortas, brisket tacos, smoked pork pozole, and Cali Style Ribs! You can find Albert on Instagram and Facebook @ochoassmokehouse!Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Don't forget to check out Albert's previous podcast too, Episode 106!Support the show

Frankie and Jay are checking in with a quick episode! We'll be back next week with a full episode, but until then check out this week's highlights! Check out all our past episodes at TheGrillCoach.com! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

This week the guys are back and discussing injecting meat. Inspired by a question about injecting brisket, we break down the basics of how to inject meat for bbq. Tune into the episode below! Of course, we kick it off with highlights! Frankie shares his nextover chilaquiles. Jay talks the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill and the joy of sharing bbq. Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommendation is at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we dive into injecting meat. Why would you want to inject meat? What tools do you need? What type of marinade do you use to inject meat? What type of meat can you inject? How do you inject meat? We discuss this and much more! Tune into the episode below. Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

This week Frankie and Jay are joined by Brian! We are going on another leg of our BBQ World Tour and talking Australian BBQ! Of course we kick it off with highlights! Brian shares a pro-tip on cooking chicken kabobs. Frankie gets back outside and is hanging chickens on The Pit Barrel Jr. Jay shares some last minute ribs and the bend test.BBQ question of the week, “What is the best injection for brisket?” Do you inject your brisket? Let us know in the comments below! Check out this week's Grill Coach recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com! After the break we dive into Australian BBQ! What exactly is an Australian Barbie? What is Australian BBQ culture today? What style of bbq do they make in Australia? What type of cookers are available? Do they use bbq sauce in Australia? We talk this and much more!  Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Check out Brian's Listener Spotlight (episode 133)Support the show

This week Jay and Frankie talk about Heat, from the book Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat. In our final installment we break down some key elements and takeaways from the book. First, highlights! Frankie shares about a recent bbq he attended and we talk brisket lessons. Jay shares some listener feedback!BBQ question of the week, “Do you favor one type of lump coal over another? I'm currently using Jealous Devil Lump coal and it seems to burn clean.” Check out this week's Grill Coach recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com! After the break we dive into Heat. What is heat? How does heat effect browning and flavor? What are different ways we can use heat? And how can we measure heat? Tune in below, and check out our past episodes on Salt, Fat, and Acid at TheGrillCoach.com! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show

We're back and are talking eating out, bbq edition! As more and more bbq restaurants are popping up all over the country we talk things to look for or consider when picking a bbq restaurant. We kick it off with the BBQ question of the week, “Do you have any special cuts of meat you favor when using the reverse sear method?” This week's Grill Coach recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!After the break we start with highlights including Frankie's visit to Matt's BBQ in Portland and Jay's visit to Smokey Bones BBQ in Michigan! Inspired by our recent bbq restaurant visits we break down some things to look out for (or avoid) when eating out! We talk menu and specialties, reviews, sides, sauces, wait times, and so much more. Tune into the show below! Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don't forget to share to support the show!Support the show