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Okie SmokinGrilling Adventures: From Big Green Egg to Pit BossSend John & Dolores a Text Message.Celebrating our 50th episode with reflections on recent cooks using the Big Green Egg Mini Max and our newly repaired Pit Boss pellet grill.• Repairing the Pit Boss temperature sensor that was reading 180° when actual temperatures were approaching 700°• Best practices for low and slow pork shoulder that falls off the bone• Tips for getting perfect pizza crust on the Big Green Egg without burning• Cooking perfect steaks using indirect heat on the Mini Max• Comparing pork shoulder results between different cooking methods• Future plans for tomahawk s...2025-07-1431 minOkie SmokinMastering Party Ribs: The Secret to Fall-Off-The-Bone PerfectionSend John & Dolores a Text Message.We tackle two transformative BBQ techniques that changed our approach to outdoor cooking: party ribs and perfectly seasoned chicken legs. Both dishes surprised us with their ease of preparation and exceptional results.• Party ribs (cut between bones before cooking) proved superior to traditional full slabs, creating more surface area for flavor• The key to perfect party ribs is a two-stage process: smoke first, then steam in a covered pan with sauce• A simple seasoning mix with cornstarch transformed chicken legs into a dish even dark-meat skeptics loved•...2025-06-0230 minOkie SmokinCooking Beyond Vision: How The Blind Kitchen Empowers GrillersSend John & Dolores a Text Message.Debra Erickson, founder of The Blind Kitchen, shares how her organization helps visually impaired people reclaim their passion for grilling and outdoor cooking through specialized tools and techniques. Having graduated from culinary school as one of the only blind students in her class, Debra now uses her expertise to help others navigate cooking with vision loss.• Adaptive tools for grilling include talking thermometers that announce temperatures aloud• Extended grilling gloves protect arms when reaching over open flames• Double spatulas help secure food when flipping, solving a major challe...2025-05-2647 minOkie SmokinFrom Dr. Pepper Pork to Striper FishingSend John & Dolores a Text Message.John flies solo this week as Dolores recovers from a seasonal illness, delivering a packed episode covering fishing adventures, cooking experiments, product reviews, and future guest previews.• Recap of a Lake Texoma fishing trip where murky waters forced a pivot from striper to catfish fishing, resulting in a successful 25+ catfish haul• Detailed walkthrough of injecting a pork shoulder with Dr. Pepper, seasoning it with Dirty Bird rub, and smoking it for 12 hours before the cook was interrupted by a storm warning• Review of the Once For All meat s...2025-05-2029 minOkie SmokinGriddle Talk with Ryan from The Flat Top NoobSend John & Dolores a Text Message.We sit down with Ryan from Flat Top Noob YouTube channel to explore his journey from cooking smash burgers to building a welcoming community around griddle cooking.• Ryan's channel began when his parents gifted him a Blackstone griddle as thanks for wiring their houses• His signature "welcome, welcome, welcome" catchphrase came from a happy accident during his first video• The "Refurbished Turd" series shows viewers how to restore neglected flat tops rather than buying expensive new ones• Unlike his tech-focused channel, Ryan found the outdoor cooking communit...2025-05-121h 42Okie SmokinFrom Philly Cheese Steak Sausages to Smash Tacos: Cooking Success StoriesSend John & Dolores a Text Message.We explore recent backyard cooking adventures featuring Philly cheese steak sausages transformed into epic sandwiches and smash tacos while testing our new Vevor griddle against the Blackstone.• Philly cheese steak sausages from Ranchers' Sausages turned into sandwiches with visible cheese inside• Added bell peppers, onions, White Lightning seasoning, Dirty Bird Hot, and Blues Hog Jalapeno Lime Ranch• Vivor electric griddle produces superior smash burgers with better crust compared to Blackstone griddle• Smash tacos experiment revealed keto tortillas work better placed on top rather than smashed with the meat...2025-05-0532 minOkie SmokinGrilling Wisdom with Doug from Griddle Cook, Eat and MoreSend John & Dolores a Text Message.Doug from Griddle Cook, Eat and More joins us to share his journey from restaurant industry professional to YouTube cooking content creator, discussing everything from viral video success to backyard cooking mishaps.Doug's YouTube Channel• Started YouTube channel in 2021 after contemplating it for two years• Originally planned to name his channel "It Is What It Is, Cooking" before settling on Griddle Cook, Eat and More• Took about two years to reach 1,000 subscribers before growth accelerated• Equipment reviews consistently outperform recipe videos for views and revenue2025-04-2849 minOkie SmokinSpice It Up: Exploring Bold FlavorsSend John & Dolores a Text Message.In this episode, John and Dolores explore various spicy foods, particularly focusing on the Bulldak hot sauce and its applications in keto cooking. They share personal experiences with spicy dishes, discuss favorite recipes, and engage with their community through comments and feedback. The episode wraps up with plans for future content and a warm Easter greeting to listeners. Fanpage: Leave a voicemail for us and we might play it on a future episode! Okie Smokin YouTube Channel - Our YouTube channel...2025-04-2126 minOkie SmokinThe Ultimate Outdoor Cooking Debate: Smokers, Grills and GriddlesSend John & Dolores a Text Message.The age-old debate of smoker versus griddle takes center stage as John and Dolores Berry share their strong opinions about which cooking method reigns supreme for different foods. Dolores passionately defends her preference for smash burgers on the griddle – thin, crispy, and stacked double with melty cheese – while insisting steaks belong exclusively on the pellet grill. Meanwhile, John reminisces about how their preferences have evolved through years of outdoor cooking experimentation.The conversation takes a creative turn as the hosts recount some of their strangest cooking experiments, from peanut butt...2025-04-1438 minOkie SmokinRevamping the Crack Burger: A Culinary JourneySend John & Dolores a Text Message.Grilling knows no season! We're shattering the myth that outdoor cooking equipment should hibernate during winter months. After taking a short break, we're back with fresh insights on how we've kept our grills fired up despite Oklahoma's unpredictable weather patterns.The heart of this episode revolves around culinary creativity and repurposing. We share how our popular "Crack Burger" recipe (featuring ranch seasoning, bacon bits, and Dirty Bird hot rub) transformed into an addictive "Crack Dip" by incorporating cream cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and jalapeños. This happy kitchen accident demonstrates h...2025-04-0728 min
Everyone's Business (But Mine) with Kara BerryMessy Traitors: A Traitors US Finale & Reunion RecapFollow me on social media, find links to merch, Patreon and more here!This week marks the end of season 3 of The Traitors US and the castle is alive with accusations! Danielle gets betrayed, Dolores goes Jersey on Dylan and more! Plus on the reunion Chanel and Dorinda go Housewives against Bob the Drag Queen, Tom Sandoval is not forgiven and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1040 minOkie SmokinUnveiling 2024's Most Mouthwatering MomentsSend John & Dolores a Text Message.We celebrate the end of 2024 by reflecting on our top five culinary creations from the year, sharing highlights and memorable cooking experiences. Join us as we explore the dishes that made it to the top and what inspired their unique flavors.• Dolores shares her top five countdown, starting with the Ultimate Pickled Pepper Sandwich • John's Taco Crunch Wrap joins the list with its convenient, flavorful mix • The perfect New York Strip shines for Dolores, showcasing easy cooking perfection • John’s Alligator Four Cheese Dip introduces a daring delica...2024-12-3026 min