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in the future - u will be able to do some more stuff here,,,!! like pat catgirl- i mean um yeah... for now u can only see others's posts :c
Want to know the best thing I've made on the grill? Mistakes. Every time I make one I learn something that makes me better. Ups my skill level. That's why I often leave them in the video and talk about them. I'll tell you-and SHOW you- exactly what happened, and how I think I'll fix it next time.
Fact is, as perfect as everything looks in these videos, nobody nails it 100% of the time. They just edit it out. But in real life when you're out there on the grill that's not an option. So you gotta know that first of all, it's not the end of the world if it doesn't go perfectly. It's a teachable moment, and those up your game every time one happens.
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I'm having a hard time coming up with a name for this membership, lol! Again, the main perc you'll receive is exclusive members-only video content. These will be much more personal. I'll share more about my life in general, but also behind-the-scenes stuff about running a channel and the challenges that come with that. I've done a bit of that in a couple of videos, but these will be more in depth. So give me some membership name ideas guys! If I get a few I'll post a poll and let you guys vote on them. Let's go!
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We're getting closer, guys. My wife and I couldn't be more excited. It's almost time. We're going home soon. Now, only a few of you will know exactly what I'm talking about. If you're one of those people, I want you to join my new membership when it launches. Because we already kinda have a bond. We know each other. I recognize your names when I see them on my channel. So yeah, I'm trying to figure out a name and what to offer you guys for being a member. But I'm going to get it launched asap. Because when we go back home, I want to share that with you. Stay tuned.
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So, if you watch bbq channel videos like this one often you here just about everyone advocating the two zone set-up. That's where you set the grill up with your charcoal on one side so you can cook your meat on the other side. This is the safest, most fool-proof way to cook on a charcoal grill. It all but guarantees you'll never burn your meat.
But it also gives you a place to put your meat directly over the coals for some searing, then quickly move it back to the indirect side.
BUT! If there's one drawback to direct grilling it is the fact that you don't have as much space for for meat, since you only have half the grill to put your meat on. For most people cooking on an average weekend or weeknight just for their family this is plenty, even for a Weber grill like mine. But what if you could spread your coals out over the entire charcoal grate and cook right over the coals? That would basically double your grilling space without buying a bigger grill. Well guess what, you can! And I did, in my latest video, where I grilled some pork chops using the direct grilling method.
The video did very well actually, getting twice as many views than what's typical on my channel. So I'm thinking of doing a series for you guys. This will be a playlist of several cooks where I do the whole thing directly over the coals and teach you how to do it (and when you probably shouldn't). Would you be interested in seeing a series of videos featuring recipes cooked using the direct grilling method? Let me know below.
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To those of you who expressed interest in joining a membership to receive members-only content from me, I have an update. Originally I thought I could create a free membership level, but I've learned that's not the case. There are several tiers, each having 4 "levels" each. The lowest tier starts at .99 per month, then moves up at 1.00 increments (1.99, 2.99, 3.99 and 4.99).
All membership levels make it possible for the creator to give their members perks, which can change at each level. these can be as simple as special badges or icons that appear next to your name everywhere you comment on the creator's content. Most creators offer increasingly better "perks" or rewards as you move up though levels.
Anyone who joins any membership level though, should consider it as a way to support creators whose content they believe add some kind of value to not only the Youtube creator space, but their own personal lives. It's a way to support channels (especially smaller ones) whose content you enjoy and watch regularly. It also gives the creator a way to show love and appreciation to their biggest supporters.
That said, if I decide to move forward with creating a membership, it would start at the $1.99 a month level. At that level, as I said before, you can expect to get access to behind-the-scenes members-only video content no other subscribers will be able to see. You'll also get notified whenever I post a new video. Which is also a big bonus, because currently many people don't get notified when I post a new video, even though they're subscribed to my channel.
There are many other ways to recognize and highlight supporters, which I'm still learning and researching. So if you're a big fan of the channel and would still like to be a supporter by joining a membership, just let me know with a vote below. And as always, nothing changes either way! I'm going to be here doing what I do for the foreseeable future. I've seen them really make a big difference for a few of you, and that's quite addictive. Let's go.
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So last week I asked in a pole if you’d be interested in joining a free membership where I share behind-the-scenes content and personal aspects of my life.
Whether you said yes or no, your input was both valuable and appreciated! I’ve decided to move ahead with creating this free membership and will notify you when it’s ready to start accepting members.
Meanwhile, for those of you who said you’d like a membership like this, I need help naming it! Give me some ideas in the comments below. I’m excited about this actually.
Special shoutout to my Music Ministry Coach ride-or-dies who me I’ve been friends with on facebook for over a decade now. Thank you for following me over to youtube! I’ve always told you guys to connect with me some other place besides Facebook, and you did!
Ok guys, give me some ideas for the name of this membership. Remember, you’ll get behind-the-scenes stuff regarding running the channel, editing, etc. But you’ll also get posts, photos and videos about every day life. Challenges, triumphs and everything in between. In fact so already have stuff coming up soon that I will document in the membership, and I want you there! Let’s go.
-Ron
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I'm still looking for the best way to build real relationships with the people who watch my videos on a regular basis. It's just who I am and what I like to do. I have a Facebook page where I talk about music ministry. I've been running it for over a decade now, and there are people connected with me there who have been there the entire time. Real friends who have shared ups and downs, tragedies and triumphs.
I'm finding it a bit harder to build that here, mostly because of the nature of youtube and content I create. There's not a lot of room in a recipe tutorial to get very personal without getting off topic and losing viewers. People come to videos like mine for a specific thing, and they kinda want you to get to the point, lol! But I still want to have more relationships and share more stuff behind-the-scenes.
So I"m thinking of starting a free membership here on youtube. It'll be a place where I share behind-the-scenes stuff, personal stuff, talk about life, the challenges of being a creator on youtube (you'd be surprised how much work this is), etc. I'll do sneak previews, members only content, stuff like that. Interested? BTW, a no won't hurt my feelings, lol! It'll save me a lot of time (if the no's outnumber the yesses). So please cast your vote below.
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The 4th of July is coming up fast! I’d love to do a cook requested by one of my followers and shout you out in the video. Leave me a comment below telling me a recipe you’d like to see.
Keep in mind I’ve already done several videos on Ribs, wings, Chuckroast, pork loin, all the major common stuff. So tell me something different you’d like to see and I might just do a video on it.
Comment below!
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I did a pole a month ago asking you guys which one you wanted me to smoke: Burritos, Enchiladas or Tacos. Over 70% of you said Enchiladas. When the people speak, I listen! The video will be up soon.
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Hey everyone, how was Memorial Day? I hope yours was a good as ours. It wasn't that we did anything special. Just a quiet day at home, me running back and forth to the grill of course. But one thing that did make it special was that my mom came over for the weekend.
This was her second time visiting with us here at the rental house. She seems to like it here. Both times she has visited she seemed to be more at peace and normal. These days there's nothing more that I want for her than that. That perfect peace that the Bible says believers who keep their mind on Him should have.
If you watch my videos regularly you know I'm a pretty laid-back guy. My wife is a sweet, loving person too, so when mom is here we just try to love on here, cater to her, spend time with her, give her personal time, etc. Her imaginary enemies come along for the visit also, but they don't seem to bother her as much here; at least so far. The next time she comes over I'll put her on camera with me and have her say hello. Thanks to those of you who have sent up prayers for us and the family. I'm going to try to do these more often. Take care. -Ron
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I'm an average guy who happens to love grilling and bbqing maybe a little more than the average Joe. I try to make my videos reflect that. People tell me I'm relatable and laid-back. Beginners seem to think I explain things well too. I think I'm pretty good on the grill, but I do make mistakes occasionally. When I do, I leave them in the video so we can talk about what I did wrong and how I'll fix it next time. That way we all learn and grow together.
For me BBQing is about so much more than the food. It's the sights, sounds, atmosphere and overall peace it gives me. I try to include those elements in my videos so you they give you same feeling when you watch. And, since nothing completes a nice relaxing evening out in the backyard like some good music, I often include some of that too. My hope is that when you watch the videos you'll find them both informative and relaxing. So come on out back and hang out with me while we cook up something delicious.