About this episode
In this episode of Shooting the Q, Heath Riles BBQ interviews Chris Padley from Jenks BBQ. Chris shares his journey from a mortgage sales manager to a BBQ content creator, discussing how he balances his full-time job with his passion for cooking and social media. He reflects on his learning process, favorite recipes, and the unexpected success of certain videos. The conversation also touches on unique holiday cooking traditions, dining preferences, and future plans for his BBQ brand. 0:00 - Introduction to Chris Padley and Jenks BBQ 2:00 - Chris's Journey into BBQ and Social Media 5:51 - Balancing a Full-Time Job with BBQ Content Creation 9:54 - Learning and Evolving in the BBQ Space 13:32 - Favorite Recipes and Viral Hits 17:33 - Inspiration and Planning for BBQ Videos 21:43 - Unique Holiday Cooking Traditions 25:28 - Dining Preferences and BBQ Restaurant Experiences 29:45 - Future Plans and Exciting Recipes Ahead Join our online BBQ community "Shootin' the Que" on Facebook. Talking all things BBQ! https://www.facebook.com/groups/shootinthequeheathriles/ Follow Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles BBQ Products: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/all Merch: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/merchandise More Heath Riles BBQ Recipe Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@HeathRilesBBQ/videos Printable recipes at 'Shootin' The Que' recipe blog: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/blogs/favorite-recipes Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links where we may earn a small commission if you use them. This is no additional cost to you Heath Riles, pitmaster • 81x BBQ Grand Champion, • 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections #BBQ #JenksBBQ #ChrisPadley #socialmedia #cooking #recipes #contentcreation #viralrecipes #holidaycooking #BBQrestaurants #podcast