Mortgages and BBQ: Chris Padley's Journey
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 BBQ2:00 - Chris's Journey into BBQ and Social Media5:51 - Balancing a Full-Time Job with BBQ Content Creation9:54 - Learning and Evolving in the BBQ Space13:32 - Favorite Recipes and Viral Hits17:33 - Inspiration and Planning for BBQ Videos21:43 - Unique Holiday Cooking Traditions25:28 - Dining Preferences and BBQ Restaurant Experiences29:45 - Future Plans and Exciting Recipes AheadJoin 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.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/Twitter: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbqTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbqPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/Heath Riles BBQ Products: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/allMerch: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/merchandiseMore Heath Riles BBQ Recipe Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@HeathRilesBBQ/videosPrintable recipes at 'Shootin' The Que' recipe blog: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/blogs/favorite-recipesAffiliate 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 youHeath 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