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Smart Grilling Technology Part II with Alex from Middleby Outdoor Jul 10, 2025

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This week we fire things up with some sizzling highlights: Jay battles the elements during a high-humidity cookout, and Brian takes us to flavor town with a homemade Hawaiian Plate Lunch featuring steak tips and reverse-seared short ribs.

Then we’re joined by Alex, Mobile Applications Development Manager at Middleby Outdoor, for Part II of our smart grilling series. Alex breaks down how he’s helping build the future of outdoor cooking—using tiny computers to control fire. We dive into his BBQ background, how he got into the tech side of grilling, and what exactly is and is not considered "AI-powered."

Tune in as we explore:

What to look for in a smart grill
The evolution of grilling technology
What the future holds for connected outdoor cooking

Whether you're a backyard beginner or a gadget-loving pitmaster, this episode is packed with flavor and fire.

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Barbecue Dry Rubs May 29, 2025

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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.

👀 Grill Coach Check-In
Jay shares his experience smoking brisket on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series smoker. Brian grilled up some shrimp skewers and breaks down the simple key: don’t take your eyes off them! Learn how timing and color cues helped him nail the cook in just 90 seconds.

❓ Listener Question of the Week
From Gordon, an aspiring grill master: “What do you think about adding mustard on top of smashburgers before the flip?” Brian and Jay share their thoughts on this mustard-forward burger hack and how it affects flavor and crust.

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🎧 After the break, we get into core ingredients for building dry rubs and our go-to seasonings for:
• Pork – balancing sweet and heat
• Beef – deep, bold, and peppery
• Poultry – citrusy, herby blends
• Seafood – light, bright, and spice-kissed

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Smoked Pork Butt Recipes May 01, 2025

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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?

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After the break, we dive into creative recipes you can make with leftover pulled pork, including Kimchi Pulled Pork Sandwich, Smoked Cubano Sandwich, Pulled Pork Pizza, Pozole Verde and so much more!

💡 Be sure to check out our full Smoked Pork Butt blog post for even more cooking inspiration!

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Smoked Pork Butt: Low and Slow BBQ You’ll Love Apr 17, 2025

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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.

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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.

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The Meathead Method Apr 03, 2025

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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!

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Live Fire Cooking With Michelle O'Guin Mar 06, 2025

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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!

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After the break Brian and Jay are joined by Michelle O’Guin, fresh off a win from WFC 2024 and headed into the Final Tables this month. Michelle shares a bit about her World Food Championship origin story and her journey to the win and $150,000! She breaks down the final table rounds and shares valuable insights into the world of Food Sport. Tune into the episode below!

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Gravity Series 600 Digital Charcoal Grill + Smoker Review Feb 20, 2025

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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.

🔥 BBQ Tip of the Week: Wondering how to reheat brisket without drying it out? We share our top methods for keeping it juicy and flavorful.

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GrillBlazer with Bob Healey Feb 06, 2025

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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!

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Chef, Rice, and Noodles at WFC 2024! Jan 23, 2025

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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!

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Juniors, Bacon, & Seafood at WFC 2024 Jan 16, 2025

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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.

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