The Grill Coach
This is The Grill Coach Podcast and we love BBQ, grilling and cooking outside. We want to share our experiences and journeys to help you level up your grilling game. We’ll cover everything from grilling to smoking, sides and drinks and everything in between! Tune in every week wherever and however you listen! Find us online at www.thegrillcoach.com and connect with us @thegrillcoach on FB, Twitter and Instagram.
Episodes
251 episodes
Motivated Outdoor Cooking with Andy
This week Jay and Brian are joined by listener Andy, and we are FIRED UP about grilling and BBQ! Andy brings serious energy and even more serious cooks to the table as the guys swap stories, swap tips, and keep the fire burning from start to...
How To Make A Steak Better Than A Steakhouse
This week Jay and Brian are making a case for staying in - because the best steak you've ever had might just be the one you cook yourself. First up - highlights, a shoutout to listeners Walter and Corey, and a BBQ Question that has the guys ...
How To Plan A BBQ Menu
Planning a great BBQ doesn't have to be overwhelming - and this week, Jay and Brian are breaking it all down. From choosing your meats to timing your cooks, they're sharing their best tips for pulling off a backyard BBQ that'll have your gue...
The Lucky Cajun
This week Jay and Brian are fired up to welcome Chef Blackwell Smith, founder of The Lucky Cajun Seasoning, to the Grill Coach kitchen! Chef Blackwell breaks down his journey into the wo...
Salt & BBQ
This week Jay and Brian are talking all things salt—from dry brining to those final finishing touches that bring a cook to life. Whether you’re seasoning ahead of time or dialing it in right before serving, they break down how salt plays a r...
Chris’s Al Pastor Sauce
Al Pastor: is it the sauce, or is it the technique? In this special Listener Highlight episode, Chris brings his take on one of BBQ's most debated imports — and the answer might just reshape the way you approach your next cook....
Andrew Rog from ChefsTemp
This week, Jay and Brian are joined by Andrew Rog — aka the Grill Sergeant — from ChefsTemp to talk all things Smart Temperature Technology. From wireless meat thermometers to smart grill gauges and airflow control fans, Andrew breaks down h...
Our 200th Episode!!
Episode 200 is here, and we are celebrating! Jay and Brian are joined by Frankie for a special roundtable episode looking back on 200 episodes of The Grill Coach Podcast. From favorite moments and memorable guests to the lessons learned alon...
BBQ Begins In The Kitchen
In this week’s episode of The Grill Coach Podcast, Jay and Brian break down why great BBQ begins in the kitchen. Before the fire is ever lit, the foundation for incredible food is built through planning, preparation, and attention to detail....
Marinades for Flavor and Tenderness
In this week’s episode of The Grill Coach Podcast, Jay and Brian explore how marinades can transform your grilling and BBQ. From building bold flavor profiles to tenderizing tougher cuts of meat, marinades are one of the most versatile tools...
What to Grill and Smoke on the Rotisserie
Rotisserie cooking is one of the most versatile and rewarding ways to grill. The constant rotation bastes the meat in its own juices, creating incredible flavor and evenly cooked results. In this episode, Brian and Jay talk about what foods ...
Knife Skills Needed For BBQ
Knife skills are one of the most overlooked - and most important - foundations of great BBQ. This week, Brian and Jay break down the essential knife skills you need before the fire ever gets lit. From trimming brisket to breaking down chicke...
BBQ & Diabetes with Dr. Cory Jenks
Barbecue is about community, tradition, and bringing people together — but what happens when your health forces you to rethink how you eat? In this powerful and personal episode, Jay and Brian are joined by Dr. Cory Jenks, co-host of the
Choosing The Right BBQ Cooker
Choosing the right BBQ cooker can feel overwhelming — gas, charcoal, pellet, drum, offset, ceramic… the options seem endless. In this episode, inspired by a recent listener question, we break down how to actually decide which BBQ is right fo...
BBQ Dining Out
Eating BBQ at a restaurant can be one of the best ways to experience great barbecue — if you know what you’re looking at. In this episode, Jay and Brian break down what it really means to dine out for BBQ, how to spot places that respect the...
Brisket Tacos with Claudio: A Listener Spotlight
Brisket tacos might be one of the best ways to turn a long cook into something truly unforgettable—and in this special Listener Spotlight episode, we’re joined by Claudio to break them down from start to finish. From brisket prep and smoke s...
Shopping for Beef with Lamont - A Listener Spotlight
In this special Listener Spotlight episode, Jay and Brian are joined by Lamont for a dive into one of the most important (and often overlooked) BBQ skills: shopping for beef. From timing your meat purchases to knowing how much to buy, where ...
Dry Braising
Dry braising is a technique that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough in the BBQ world — and in this episode, it’s brand new to The Grill Coach team. Jay and Brian break down what dry braising is, how it differs from...
Attending BBQ Competitions
Thinking about attending a BBQ competition but not sure what you’re actually looking at as a spectator? This week, Jay and Brian walk through what to expect when you attend a BBQ competition — how events are structured, what’s happening behi...
Holiday Feasts
The holidays are here, and this week Jay and Brian are talking Holiday Feasts — covering both traditional favorites and unconventional proteins that can shake u...
Guide To Hanging Ribs - Part 2
In this follow-up to our hanging ribs deep dive, we’re back with another packed episode of tips, techniques, lessons learned, and a whole lot of BBQ inspiration. Jay kicks things off with his mouthwatering 25-day aged ribeye, while Brian bre...
Grill Coach Guide To Hanging Ribs - Part 1
The Grill Coach crew is back! After a short break, Jay and Brian fire up the mics with some welcome life updates and a few mouthwatering highlights. Jay’s been serving up Wedding Oxtails, while Brian talks about the Blue Cheese Bacon Burger ...
Pork Shoulder Steaks
Pork shoulder steaks are one of the most underrated cuts you can throw on the grill. They’re flavorful, versatile, and easy on the budget — whether you cook them hot and fast, braise them for tenderness, or even give them a kiss of smoke. In...