Okie Smokin

Dolores and I found ourselves face-to-face with a culinary conundrum: how to turn the last pound of alligator meat sitting in our freezer into a dish to remember. The result? A mouthwatering alligator chili that boasted a melange of spices and a hearty texture, alongside stories of our slightly overdone but sinfully sweet Reese's peanut butter cup cake adventure, cooked to (near) perfection on the...

Gear up for a culinary adventure like no other as I, John Barry, take you through the wild and zesty terrain of Alligator Chili. Learn to tame the exotic with your skillet on March 10th, 2024, at 1 pm, right from the comfort of your kitchen. Whether you're a grilling rookie or a seasoned pitmaster, this episode of the Okie Smokin podcast is your ticket to adding a splash of untamed flavor to your...

Feast your ears on this, folks! I'm John Barry, taking you on another flavorful adventure with my latest outdoor cooking escapades. Imagine the humble BLT sandwich, now picture it with a nutty twist; that's what I did by throwing in a scoop of goober for a touch of peanut butter and jelly madness. But the fun doesn't stop there - I've got tales from my first thrilling live cookout, where a forgott...

Ever wondered what it's like to sauté alligator or fry up some frog legs? Strap in for a whirlwind of flavor as we recount our latest kitchen escapades with these unconventional proteins! Our culinary journey takes us from the sizzling fryer with Mile High Guy BBQ's frog leg recipe to my own smoky twist that had the kids begging for seconds—even if Delores needed some convincing. Switching from am...

Saddle up, barbecue enthusiasts, because I, John Berry, your newly minted KCBS-certified guide, am about to take you on a smoky journey through the competitive barbecue landscape. Picture the tension, the sizzle, and the smoke; it's all part of the game as we dissect the essential meats—chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket—that define a barbecue battle. Learn the coveted secrets to making your meats s...

Are you ready to join the ranks of pitmasters and podcasters who've weathered the early storms and come out smoking? Strap in and get fired up, because today we're slicing into the juicy details of my podcasting journey and the smoky world of barbecuing with a twist. After a shaky start post-launch, I've staked my claim to surpass the daunting 20-episode mark, fueled by my love for outdoor cooking...

Does the sound of a sweet, smoky, coconut meringue pie get your taste buds tingling? Welcome to our dessert-themed season at Okie Smokin Podcast where Dolores and I will be firing up a variety of grills, from the Pit Barrel Cooker to the Pit Boss Lightning Onyx pellet grill, to whip up some tantalizing keto-friendly desserts. We'll explore the art of dessert grilling, sharing our top recipes such...

Ready for a sizzling adventure in the world of outdoor cooking? Your hosts, John Berry and Dolores, are thrilled to take you along on the way. Our love for outdoor cooking is deeply rooted in the joy of crafting scrumptious meals under the open sky. We wield our favorite smokers, including the Pit Barrel Cooker, a Weber charcoal grill, and a Weber Smoky Mountain, to whip up mouth-watering delicaci...

Everything tastes better when it’s cooked over an open flame! Join your host John Berry as he kicks off the very first episode of the Okie Smokin’ Podcast , the ultimate audio destination for backyard cooking enthusiasts. Whether it’s the pouring rain or a crisp fall afternoon, John is always at the grill. In this introductory episode, John and his wife Dolores dive into what makes outdoor cooking...

Welcome to the Okie Smokin’ Podcast! In this episode, John and Dolores introduce the show and talk about their love for outdoor cooking year round — from smoked pork and smash burgers to steaks, keto-friendly meals, and even smoked apple pie. John shares what listeners can expect from future episodes, including backyard BBQ stories, cooking experiments, smoker tips, recipes, and honest conversatio...