The Grill Coach

Jay, Brian & Frankie
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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. 

  1. 5D AGO

    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 finish. 🔥 Highlights Andy brings the heat with his go-to chicken wings and his favorite Kinder's rub comboJay fires up some irresistible pork belly burnt endsBrian takes on a whole rotisserie chicken — and nails it❓ BBQ Question of the Week What are your best tips for cooking pork chops or pork tenderloins? 🛠️ Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommends at TheGrillCoach.com - whether you're making jam, salsa, or storing your favorite BBQ sauces, these are a must-have in any kitchen.  🎙️ After the Break Andy opens up about his grilling and cooking background and walks us through his current BBQ setup. From there, the conversation gets even better as Andy shares some of his greatest hits on the grill — including a smoky salsa verde on the flat top, his go-to 0-400 method for wings, and a show-stopping pulled ham that's sure to end up on your cook list. 💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.comor send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    1h 5m

  2. MAY 14

    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 talking grill maintenance. 🔥 Highlights - Brian fires up a batch of Al Pastor Nachos. Jay puts together race weekend pulled pork tacos and shares listener feedback from Walter and Corey. ❓ BBQ Question of the Week - How do you clean your grills? 🛠️ Check out this week's Grill Coach Recommends at TheGrillCoach.com - essential if you are looking to level up your sear game.  🎙️ After the break, Jay and Brian make a full case for ditching the reservation and cooking steak at home instead. They walk through everything from selecting the right cut to seasoning it properly, nailing your cooking method, and finishing with that perfect bite. 💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.comor send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    1h 7m

  3. MAY 7

    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 guests coming back for seconds (and thirds). 🔥 Highlights - Jay shares his experience watching BBQ legend Myron Mixon deliver a live brisket demo. Brian fires up the grill and makes Al Pastor on the skewer.  ❓ BBQ Question of the Week Can you actually taste the difference in meat quality? Jay and Brian break down how to think about meat grades and quality when you're standing in the butcher aisle - so you can spend smart and cook even smarter. 🛠️ This week's Grill Coach Recommends takes the guesswork out of every cook - check it out at TheGrillCoach.com!  🎙️ After the Break Jay and Brian dive deep into the art of planning a BBQ menu - covering everything from how to gauge how much food you need based on your guest count, to selecting the right meats for your crowd, to mapping out your cook times so nothing hits the table cold. Whether you're hosting a backyard blowout or an intimate cookout, this segment is packed with practical tips to help you plan with confidence and execute like a pro. 💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.comor send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    57 min

  4. MAY 2

    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 world of spices and seasonings, the story behind how Lucky Cajun was born — and why the "Born On" Difference changes everything about flavor. From weekly fresh-ground spices to a no-nonsense Cookbook, this one's packed with bold flavors and even bolder ideas. 🔥 Highlights How Chef Blackwell found his passion for spices and seasoningsThe origin story of Lucky Cajun Seasoning and what sets it apartWhat the "Born On" Difference means — and why freshness is everythingWeekly fresh-ground spices: why it matters and how it worksThe No BS  Cookbook — what it is and how to get your hands on it💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    57 min

  5. APR 23

    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 role every step of the way. 🔥 This week’s highlights include Brian firing up shrimp and Wagyu beef fajitas on the Blackstone, while Jay shares his experience trying an Al Pastor sample from Chris. ❓This week’s listener question is, “Do you trim chicken thighs as part of prep?” 🛠️ Check out this week’s Grill Coach Recommends at TheGrillCoach.com - an essential staple for consistent seasoning and balanced flavor in every cook. 🎙️After the break, Jay and Brian dive deeper into salt and BBQ, covering how to choose the right type of salt and when to use it throughout the cooking process. From pre-cook prep like dry brining to post-cook finishing techniques, they walk through the essentials to help you season with confidence and elevate every bite. 💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    53 min

  6. APR 17

    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. 🔥 Highlights - Chris traces the flavorful journey of Al Pastor from shawarma to Mexican cooking culture before making his case for why this iconic style is really about the sauce and flavor — not just the technique. Chris walks through his own recipe and breaking down exactly how he builds his marinade at home. Check out this week's 🛠️ Grill Coach Recommends at TheGrillCoach.com! 💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    1 hr

  7. APR 9

    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 how cutting-edge tools are changing the way we cook over fire. Whether you're a backyard warrior or a seasoned pitmaster, this episode is packed with insights to help you cook smarter and eat better.  This week’s 🛠️ Grill Coach Recommends is a trio of smart temp tools from ChefsTemp - Check them out at TheGrillCoach.com!   🎙️ After the break, Jay and Brian dive deeper into Smart Temperature Technology with Andrew, exploring his journey with ChefsTemp and what drives his passion for bringing precision to the grill. Andrew walks through the ProTemp S1 and ProTemp 2 Plus in detail — how they work, what makes them stand out, and why smart grilling tech is the future for anyone serious about BBQ. Be sure to check out Andrew's YouTube channel at youtube.com/GrillSergeant for more from the Grill Sergeant himself. 💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    1h 3m

  8. MAR 26

    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 along the way, this episode is a heartfelt thank-you to the BBQ community that has made it all possible. 🔥 Highlights: Frankie kicks things off sharing his cook of Tomahawk Steaks on the Masterbuilt Auto Ignite. Jay shares his Mojo Chicken Marinade cooked on a vertical skewer. And Brian brings a learning moment from his recent time behind the grill. ❓BBQ Question: "When you are used to cooking on charcoal and then forced to cook on a gas grill, what should I prepare for?"  Check out this week’s 🛠️ Grill Coach Recommends at TheGrillCoach.com - a great tool to diversify your grill game and bring bold cooking to your backyard setup. 🎙️ After the Break Jay, Brian, and Frankie sit down for a special 200th episode roundtable reflecting on the journey so far. They each share their most fun episode to create, the topic that challenged them most to prepare for, their most memorable guest, the Grill Coach Recommends gear they've gotten the most use out of, and how their grilling game has changed since starting the podcast. It's a fun, honest, and personal conversation that's as much a celebration of the BBQ community as it is of the show. Episodes Mentioned:  What topic/episode was most fun to create? Food with a handle #44Dawn Chiefs #166 - Grill Coach Podcast legend!Mexican BBQ - World Tour #94 What topic did you learn most about preparing for the show? Effect on Salt #121, honarable mention Meathead #87BBQ World Tour: Germany #152 - German immigrants/Texas; brisketAdrian Miller & The History of BBQ #122 What guest has been the most memorable? Listener Spotlight w/Brian #133Josh Silva #163 - still use his salsa recipe on KonnectedJoeCarla #45 - where cooking beginsWhat Grill Coach Recommends have you gotten the most use of? Kinders Buttery SteakhouseMobile table; gift; most underrated accessory is table spaceFireBoard💬 Have a Grill Coach question or episode idea? Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or send a voicemail/text to (503) 850-8468. 🌟 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and grab our free Magnetic Meat Temperature Chart to keep your cooks on track. 🌐 Visit TheGrillCoach.com for recipes, gear recommendations, and more BBQ tips to help you cook with confidence. Support the show

    1h 7m
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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. 

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  • Creator
    Jay, Brian & Frankie
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    251
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Grill Coach
  • Show Website
    The Grill Coach

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