How to Fry Your Turkey in Bacon Grease, Then Complain about Being Fat

Episode #50In this laid-back, funny episode, Tim and Mike open by admitting they lack basic “survival skills” — neither can hunt, gut a deer, or live off the land. That launches a stream of self-deprecating jokes about what they would do if society collapsed: rely on fishing, commentary, or just eating each other.From there, they drift into what becomes the core of the episode: their obsession with cooking techniques. Tim explains how he and Joseph still fry turkeys every year, sharing stories about taking over a tradition their dad used to run. The real highlight is Tim’s discovery of Bacon Up, a giant tub of filtered bacon grease he proudly uses for everything, treating it like a secret weapon for flavor.The conversation becomes a blend of science and humor as they break down why so many people overcook meat, what the “pop-up thermometer” gets wrong, and why pulling food early and letting it rest is the real secret to juiciness. Mike adds his experience with smoking meats, brining, and cooking for a morning event, comparing notes and timing with Tim’s frying process.They dive into side stories about being tricked into eating deer, why venison always seems to show up wrapped in bacon, why people burn houses down with fryers, and which cooking setups actually make sense for normal people. Throughout, the episode stays relaxed, funny, practical, and centered on two guys riffing on cooking, survival, and the ridiculousness of adulthood.Check out all things The Fairview Social Podcast in the links below:www.thefairviewsocialpodcast.comYouTube - www.youtube.com/@thefairviewsocialpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574493103167Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefairviewsocialpodcast/X - https://x.com/fairviewsocialTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fairviewsocialpodcastClick here if you have questions about the show or would like to be a guest!