Griddle Talk with Ryan from The Flat Top Noob

We sit down with Ryan from Flat Top Noob YouTube channel to explore his journey from cooking smash burgers to building a welcoming community around griddle cooking. • Ryan's channel began when his parents gifted him a Blackstone griddle as thanks for wiring their houses • His signature "welcome, welcome, welcome" catchphrase came from a happy accident during his first video • The "Refurbished Turd" series shows viewers how to restore neglected flat tops rather than buying expensive new ones • Unlike his tech-focused channel, Ryan found the outdoor cooking community exceptionally supportive and welcoming • Cast iron pizzas rank as Ryan's second favorite cook, recreating the classic Pizza Hut experience from decades ago • Ryan's background in film and tech gives him strong editing skills, though he emphasizes authenticity over perfection • The flat top community has connected Ryan with other creators like Doug and Rob, leading to friendships and collaborations Check out the Flat Top Noob channel for entertaining cooks, griddle restorations, and Ryan's unique blend of humor and practical cooking advice https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlatTopNOOBOKIE SMOKIN LINKSOkie Smokin Newsletter - Weekly email of our latest podcast episodes, YouTube videos, and more surrounding the BBQ community.Twitter (X) - We share our latest podcast episodes and talk to the community! Great place to become part of the podcast show by sharing your own stories and thoughts!TikTok - Follow for lots of food content, podcast clips, live cooks, and more.YouTube - Cooking videos, tutorials, and product reviews.Facebook - Follow us and keep up with the community!Visit our website at okiesmokin.com.