It can be a challenge to stay motivated and positive when you're spending your time and energy chasing a big goal or dream. That's why I wanted to put together a short episode talking about how celebrating your small wins can help keep you in good spirits!In this short solo episode, I talk about the importance of celebrating those small wins that may seem insignificant in the big picture, but are more important than you may think!Influential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

Reload Rub & SeasoningInstagram: @reloadrubWebsite: https://www.reloadrub.com/That Reload PodcastInstagram: @thatreloadpodcastWebsite: www.reloadrub.com/podcastListen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyHungry Heroes BBQInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

This week I talk barbecue's favourite Star Wars fan Mel Chmilar Jr, better known as Dark Side of the Grill.He talks about how he got his start in barbecue, his transition from full time welder to content creator, and some of his favourite adventures in his BBQ journey so far.Mel Chmilar JrInstagram: @darksideofthegrillWebsite: www.darksideofthegrill.comInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

This week I talk to the creator of BBQ Instagram's favourite challenge - the #HemmyBigBiteChallenge - Garett Hemstock of Uncle Hemmy BBQ.He talks about changing his content style to align with his vision, adjusting his path towards his ultimate goals, and more!Garett HemstockInstagram: @uncle_hemmy_bbqWebsite: www.unclehemmybbq.comInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

This week I talk to Jeremy Tebby of the Canadian BBQ Mafia.We talk about building an online community, giving back to others, and how he hopes this mafia will changes lives for the better.Jeremy TebbyInstagram: @CDNBarBQMafiaWebsite: www.cdnbarbqmafia.comThe Shriner's Hospital: https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/locations/canadaInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

All aboard! The Flavor Train is leaving the station!This week I sit down and talk with the conductor of the flavor train, Chuck Matto! If you're not following his content, you're missing out!In this episode we talk about:Getting over the hurdles of imposter syndrome and self doubtWhy it's important to be yourself in everything you doStaying humble and adjusting your goals as you progressChuck MattoInstagram: @chucksflavortrainTikTok: @chucksflavortrainWebsite: www.chucksflavortrain.comInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

On this episode of Influential Barbecue, I chat with Jess Pryles of Hardcore Carnivore. She’s a live fire cook, author, and TV personality specializing in all things meat.In this episode you'll learn:What is takes to run two successful businessesWhat you need to consider before launching. spice blend brandAbout pacing yourself and building up a good support systemLINKSJess PrylesInstagram: @jessprylesTikTok: @jessprylesWebsite: www.jesspryles.comHardcore CarnivoreInstagram: @hardcorecarnivoreTikTok: @hardcorecarnivoreWebsite: www.hardcorecarnivore.comInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

This week I sit down with Susie Bulloch of HeyGrilHey!Susie has over 500 recipes on her website, and she's not stopping there. With amazing rubs, sauces and accessories for sale, walkthrough videos and classes available, and a genuine passion for teaching and barbecue, Susie and the HeyGrillHey team will no doubt be able to help you take your backyard barbecue game to the next level!In this episode you'll learn:Why you shouldn't wait for the "perfect" time to get startedHow important it is to listen to your audienceWhy you need to provide your customers/audience with an experience, rather than just quick entertainmentSusie BullochInstagram: @heygrillheyTikTok: @heygrillheyWebsite: www.heygrillhey.comInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

On this episode I chat with The Meat Teacher! Matt Groark runs Groark Boys BBQ and has blown up on TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms for the past couple years. He even gets down with some hard number for the creator funds of various different platforms!In this episode you'll learn:- Why you should trust your gut- That being one of the first in on a new venture can be incredibly rewarding- Matt's incredible story of resilience and how he got to where he is todayMatt GroarkInstagram: @groarkboysbbqTikTok: @groarkboysbbqWebsite: https://groarkboysbbq.com/Accounts to FollowAldente DivaCaribique SeasoningGuga FoodsClinton Svatos - Poormans Comfort FoodRastelli's MeatsPlatforms To Get In OnYouTube ShortsSnapchat SpotlightInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

This week I chat with another fellow Canadian! Steph Foster was one of the first Canadian accounts that I followed when I began my Barbecue Instagram journey. She was always engaging with the community, providing incredibly insightful feedback and opinions, and was always posting inspiring recipes and cooks. In this episode you'll learn:Remember why you started doing this is the first placeWorking with companies that you trustMore about what it's like as a Canadian BBQ influencerSteph FosterInstagram: @FosterFeastsWebsite: https://fosterfeasts.com/Caplansky's Mustardhttps://caplanskys.com/Influential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

This week, I finally chat with a fellow Canadian! Paula is a grill enthusiast, recipe developer, social influencer, photographer, content creator, backyard BBQ Chef, chicken wing cook book author, and all-around wonderful human. We commiserate about the cold, talk about her new book, and chat ideas for instagram content. In this episode you'll learn:The process of signing a book deal, and then writing the bookSome insight on working as a full time BBQ enthusiast in CanadaHow to break a cycle of poorly viewed content in the algorithm Paula StachyraInstagram: @QueenOfTheGrillPre-Order Wing CrushAmazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Wing-Crush-Recipes-Grill-Smoker/dp/1645675505Check out her podcast w/ @bonappateachThe All Up In My Grills PodcastInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

On this week's Influential Barbecue, I chat with Matt Rose, the personality behind Matt Out Back.We both started out barbecue "influencing" journey, and it has been so fun to watch him flourish and grow with his account, as he is truly just himself. We chat about what it takes for a smaller account to gain credibility and build an audience, as well as what types of partnerships you might expect while trying to grow.In this episode you'll learn:Why you shouldn't be an a**holeWhat it's like growing as a smaller accountWhy you should lean in to your personality with your contentLINKSMatt RoseInstagram: @matt.out.backBarley & SageResources for Food Blogging and Social Media: https://www.barleyandsage.com/category/resources/Influential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

You can't be successful if you never implement that big idea you've been working on forever.In the first episode of 2022, and the first solo episode of Influential Barbecue, Jordan talks about what may be holding you back from starting that exciting new project! In this episode he talks about:Common things that hold you back from starting your new projectHow waiting to hit a specific milestone is just procrastinationWays to learn the skills you need to be confident enough to startHow fear of failure or success is holding you backLINKSSkillshare.comMasterclass.comInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

On this week's Influential Barbecue, I chat with Maciek Zurawski, the person behind grillin_with_dad. We talk all about where he started his BBQ journey, deciding to step away from his full time finance job to pursue BBQ full time, and what a typical day looks like for him.In this episode you'll learn:All about Maciek and his brand grillin_with_dadWhat it really means to go full-time with your BBQ passionDiversifying yourself in order to maintain multiple streams of incomeMaciek Zurawskihttps://grillinwithdad.com/Instagram: @grillin_with_dadTikTok: @grillinwithdadInfluential BarbecueFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.comLove the podcast? Leave us a review!

In this episode of Influential Barbecue, I chat with Brad Prose of ChilesAndSmoke about how he got started in the bbq social media game, rising early to work on your passion, and how being authentically yourself is the best way to grow your brand.In this episode you'll learn:All about BradWhat it takes to juggle a BBQ side hustle, a full time job, and a familyThe importance of being yourselfAbout Brad: Brad Prose is a professional recipe developer, food writer, and culinary photographer - the force behind Chiles and Smoke. His combined passion for fine dining and BBQ shines through his presentations and cooking style. Brad strives to inspire home cooks to use higher-end techniques and new ideas, applying them to the everyday food we know and love.Brad Prosewww.chilesandsmoke.com/Instagram: @chilesandsmokeTikTok: @chilesandsmokeInfluential Barbecue LinksFollow @InfluentialBarbecue for regular podcast updatesFollow @TheBackyardBrisket for regular barbecue contentThis podcast was created with help from The Pod Cabinwww.thepodcabin.com

In this episode of Influential Barbecue, I chat with Noah Cheek of Cheeky_BBQ about how he got started in the bbq social media game, what he would have done differently if he could start over again, and how he goes about handling partnership opportunities that come his way.

On this week's Influential Barbecue, I chat with Chris Sussman, the person behind The BBQ Buddha and author of The Four Fundamentals of Smoking. In this episode you'll learn:All about Chris and his brand The BBQ BuddhaWhy he believes that you have to provide value to your audienceDiversifying yourself in order to maintain multiple streams of incomeAbout Chris: Chris Sussman, better known as The BBQ Buddha, is an award-winning pit master, content creator, recipe developer, author, and founder of the BBQ blog https://TheBBQBuddha.com. Chris is sponsored by Snake River Farms, Dizzy Pig BBQ seasonings, and is a member of the Big Green Egg pro staff.Chris is an unassuming guy until you get him near a grill and then his knowledge and sense of humor come pouring out. He teaches BBQ/grilling classes locally and at BBQ festivals around the country. His motto, Grilling by Feel™, promotes the use of all five senses for great results on any grill or smoker. His first book, The Four Fundamentals of Smoking, was released in April 2021 by Page Street PublishingChris has been featured in online publications such as HuffPost, Thrillist and Maxim. He lives in Gulfport, Florida

Welcome to Influential Barbecue! My name is Jordan Moore, and in this episode I'll be talking through what I hope this show becomes, why I started it, and what kind of value I can bring to you while you look to grow your BBQ brand!